The United Rugby Championship involves teams from Ireland, Italy, Scotland, South Africa, and Wales. The league is one of the three major professional leagues in Europe, the most successful teams from which go forward to compete in the European Rugby.
JP Pietersen defends selecting Ma’a Nonu for the Sharks against the All Blacks, insisting the veteran has not blocked younger players.
Scarlets appoint Brad Harrington as high performance consultant for 2026-27, strengthening player, coaching and performance pathways.
All Blacks legend Ma'a Nonu is named on the Sharks bench for their historic Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry clash against New Zealand in Durban.
Dewaldt Duvenage will make his final Stormers appearance against the All Blacks before moving into a full-time coaching role.
Bulls prop Lizo Gqoboka retires at 36 after a remarkable career featuring two Springbok caps and over a decade at Loftus.
Scarlets insist they will remain at the heart of west Wales after WRU plans left them battling Ospreys for survival.
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