Report: Bok bolter Cheslin Kolbe on the cusp of Stormers return
A report claims that double World Cup winner Cheslin Kolbe is set to sign a deal that will bring him back to the Stormers from Japanese club Suntory Sungoliath.
Ruan Venter confirms successful knee surgery as Lions star faces lengthy layoff
The 23-year-old, who has already been capped once by the Springboks, revealed on Instagram that an operation to repair his ACL, MCL and meniscus was successfully completed.
"Extremely disappointed to end my season like this. Difficult to understand why but I know that God has a bigger plan.
"Very thankful to have undergone successful surgery and I can't wait to get this journey started. This is only the beginning!"
Venter sustained the injury during the Lions' 31-7 Vodacom United Rugby Championship defeat to Leinster at the Aviva Stadium, leaving the field while clutching his right knee.
The forward has been one of the Lions' most consistent performers this season, producing strong all-round displays at both blindside flank and lock, form that had placed him firmly in the frame for further Springbok honours.
His progress had been building toward a potential recall to the national setup, with the Boks set to begin their season against the Barbarians in Gqeberha on 20 June.
Sharks lock down Bok star Vincent Tshituka on long-term deal until 2029
The Sharks confirmed on Friday that flanker Vincent Tshituka has signed a contract extension that will keep him at Kings Park until 2029.
Springbok scrumhalf stocks take another blow as Morne van den Berg ruled out
The Springboks look set to dig deeper into their scrumhalf stocks after Morne van den Berg suffered a long-term injury.
Former Bok prop backs 'dangerous' Lions to test Leinster in URC quarter-finals
Former Springbok front-rower Heinke van der Merwe is convinced the Lions can challenge Leinster when the two sides clash in next Saturday's URC quarter-final in Dublin.