New statutes for African football as Zanzibar kicked out of CAF

Coach Robbie Fleck and captain Siya Kolisi project quiet conviction that they can win only their second play-off match in nine attempts since 1999

The Bulls were also on the receiving end of a hammering they did not expect

Coach selection panel set to recommend who should be next coach

Champions Cup result is important in determining the Equus Horse of the Year

Free State withstand a strong Pumas onslaught with two tries in the last five minutes to earn a deserved 63-41 win

For now‚ Joe Root’s team are reeling from one ridiculousness to the next

Janse van Rensburg should get the nod to run on first against the Sharks, says former Springbok wing

Carve The Turkey and stablemate Var’s Your Daddy are contenders

Country’s last Major success was in 2012

From total prize money to the number of players in the field, here are the key statistics:

The Stormers have leaked 61 tries as opposed to 28 at the same stage last season

Chris Froome retains the overall lead in a finale baulked by crosswinds that cost Daniel Martin and Alberto Contador time

The Super Rugby side may have dodged a trip to Christchurch‚ but portents for Saturday’s visitors to Ellis Park hardly look encouraging

The Sharks make a huge statement with 53-33 thrashing of the Bulls

Du Plessis returned to the fold for the second Test at Trent Bridge‚ where SA won for the first time at the ground since 1965

England beat SA by two wickets, with two balls to spare in their World Cup semifinal