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Leinster taking on the Bulls in the URC and Springboks legend Schalk Burger (inset).
Colin Newboult

Schalk Burger: URC a ‘softer competition’ than ‘brutal’ Super Rugby

Schalk Burger believes being in the United Rugby Championship has benefited South Africa after leaving the 'tougher' Super Rugby.
Francois Steyn Springboks 2021 - Alamy.jpg
David Skippers

Frans Steyn slams rugby calendar as ‘a stupid thing’ and explains why he prefers Super Rugby to the United Rugby Championship

Double Springboks Rugby World Cup winner Frans Steyn has explained why he prefers Super Rugby to the United Rugby Championship.
Bob Skinstad blames South Africa player burnout for the country's failure to punch its weight at club level.
Alex Spink

Ex-Springboks captain insists ‘year-round schedule’ is hurting South African success and why ‘pile-up’ could derail World Cup defence hopes

Bob Skinstad has blamed South Africa player burnout caused by a never-ending schedule for the country's failure to punch its weight at club level.