No Eben and Siya benched: We need to manage their minutes, says Sharks' Powell
The Sharks return to United Rugby Championship (URC) action on Friday when they take on the Lions in Durban.
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World Rugby calls for shot clock to help speed up rugby
World Rugby will encourage elite competitions to have a shot clock for penalties and conversions from 1 January, with sanctions to be issued for time-wasting as part of plans to speed up the game.
World Rugby asks officials to apply laws that speed up the game
World Rugby will encourage elite competitions to have a shot clock for penalties and conversions from Jan. 1, with sanctions to be issued for time wasting as part of plans to speed up the game in 2023 - a World Cup year.
Coventry get suspended points deduction after games postponed over pitch
Coventry City accepted a suspended five points deduction on Thursday after three of their Championship (second-tier) home games had to be postponed earlier this season because of the unplayable condition of their pitch.
Stormers v Bulls rivalry back to its bruising best: 'It's brilliant for SA rugby'
South Africa's most iconic, hard-fought rugby rivalry is back to its captivating best as the Stormers and Bulls prepare for their blockbuster United Rugby Championship (URC) showdown at DHL Stadium on Friday night.
Italy prop Cherif Traore receives apology from Benetton team-mates after being given rotten banana
Italy prop Cherif Traore has accepted an apology from Benetton team-mates after he was given a rotten banana during the club's Secret Santa.
TV Sport Guide: What's on the box over Christmas
The Christmas season is always packed with sport, and fans will be particularly excited with the return of the Premier League this year.
URC teams: Nathan Doak at 10 for Ulster as Connacht ring changes
Nathan Doak starts at out-half for Ulster in Friday's BKT United Rugby Championship against Connacht, who have made 12 changes as they chase a seventh win in nine games.