Beale extends Wallabies contract
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaVersatile back Kurtley Beale, who was at the heart of the text message scandal that led to Australia rugby coach Ewen McKenzie's resignation last year, has signed on for another season with the Wallabies.
Tuilagi doubtful for Six Nations opener
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaEngland centre Manu Tuilagi could miss the Six Nations opener against Wales next month as he continues his recovery from a groin injury.
Steyn costs Stade de Francais victory
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaSouth African flyhalf Morne Steyn endured a miserable first start of the season for Stade Francais when he was red-carded in the Top 14 leaders' 12-9 defeat at Lyon.
Rugby Banter Page weekly round up
1 decade ago by Rugby Banter PageMonday 29th December:Wales Handed Faletau Fitness Boost: Wales No 8 Taulupe Faletau does not need surgery on his injured ankle.The Dragons and British and Irish Lions star had to seek specialist advice...
All Blacks streets ahead of the rest
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaSteve Hansen's All Blacks again set the standard for the rest of the rugby world in 2014.
Duane the man to lead Stormers, Boks
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaZelim Nel says the abrasive but tactically astute Duane Vermeulen is a good bet for both the Stormers and Springbok captaincy .
2014 - the rugby year that was
1 decade ago by iol.co.za2014 saw the All Blacks comfortably retain their status as the world's number one team, writes Gavin Rich.
Losing start, but Stormers ended in style
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaThe Stormers began their 2014 campaign exactly like Western Province had ended their 2013 Currie Cup quest – with an embarrassing loss.
SA franchises changed playing styles
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaSouth African rugby made a major leap in 2014 with domestic franchises abandoning the dreaded conservative approach and adopting an expansive style.
WP’s Cup runneth over
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaWestern Province won the Currie Cup for the first time in 13 years in front of of their Newlands faithful when they beat the Lions.
