Planet Rugby writer David Skippers reviews the book Umbhoxo - Making rugby an Afrikan game, a comprehensive study of the history of black rugby in South Africa.
Australian rugby suffered another blow when it was confirmed that Mark Nawaqanitawase will join NRL club the Sydney Roosters on a two-year deal from 2025.
New Zealand Rugby has condemned the abuse of match officials following English referee Tom Foley's announcement that he is taking a break from Test rugby.
Connacht will receive a boost ahead of Friday's Champions Cup opener against Bordeaux-Begles with star centre Bundee Aki set to make a return to action.