Jacques du Plessis cops 4-week ban

South African lock Jacques du Plessis was handed a season-ending ban on Wednesday for elbowing an opponent, dealing a major blow to Montpellier's Top 14 title hopes.   The 23-year-old was handed...

Top performing South Africans in France

With the mass influx of South Africans players to France, we have a look at what a Springbok team would look like if we picked the in-form players solely from the European Nation.  To highlight...

PRO12, Aviva Premiership & TOP 14 Final Round Permutations

Here is the breakdown of the Premiership, Pro 12 & Top 14 heading into the final round of weekend action. All relegation outcomes have been settled as Bristol will drop down to the IPA Greene King...

Top 14 Highlights: La Rochelle vs Montpellier

WATCH: Late drama in La Rochelle

Double World Cup winner Victor Vito crossed for a brace of tries as Top 14 leaders La Rochelle withstood a fighting comeback from Montpellier to win 40-37 and guarantee they will finish top of the table.

La Rochelle boss wary of Montpellier

TOP 14 PREVIEW: La Rochelle coach Patrice Collazo said his team will need to be on top form against Montpellier if they are to sew up first place in the French league regular season.

La Rochelle, Montpellier on track

TOP 14 WRAP: Top 14 leaders La Rochelle edged closer to a semifinal spot but rivals Clermont faced increasing pressure from Montpellier after losing at home to Brive on Saturday.