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Champions Cup last-16 confirmed as ‘Ronan O’Gara derby’ set to take place after South African sides crash out
Jared Wright 19 Jan 2025

Champions Cup last-16 confirmed as ‘Ronan O’Gara derby’ set to take place after South African sides crash out

The round of 16 matches for the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup have been confirmed.

Bath
Champions Cup reject controversial law trial as four World Rugby amendments go live
Jared Wright 03 Jan 2025

Champions Cup reject controversial law trial as four World Rugby amendments go live

EPCR have confirmed that the changes will be in place from the next round of action.

Challenge Cup
Planet Rugby’s Big Quiz of 2024 featuring the Springboks, Antoine Dupont and the Six Nations
Jared Wright 28 Dec 2024

Planet Rugby’s Big Quiz of 2024 featuring the Springboks, Antoine Dupont and the Six Nations

Challenge your rugby knowledge with our big quiz from the action in 2024.

Rugby Quizzes
Georgian forward banned after ‘vulgar’ Johnny Sexton-esque spat with a referee
Jared Wright 19 Dec 2024

Georgian forward banned after ‘vulgar’ Johnny Sexton-esque spat with a referee

The Georgian has been banned for his 'vulgar' language towards the match official.

Georgia
Eight RIDICULOUS moments that took our breath away in 2024: Springboks claim title, Deer-gate and ear massages
Louis Chapman Coombe 19 Dec 2024

Eight RIDICULOUS moments that took our breath away in 2024: Springboks claim title, Deer-gate and ear massages

Planet Rugby assesses the eight best moments of the year.

Internationals
Dan Biggar proposes solution to the currently ‘unmanageable’ South African Champions Cup issue
Colin Newboult 14 Dec 2024

Dan Biggar proposes solution to the currently ‘unmanageable’ South African Champions Cup issue

Dan Biggar has his say on the logistical concerns in the Champions Cup.

South Africa
Who’s hot and who’s not: Sarries ‘statement’, Springboks injuries and French ‘thuggery’ headline opening Champions Cup weekend
Colin Newboult 09 Dec 2024

Who’s hot and who’s not: Sarries ‘statement’, Springboks injuries and French ‘thuggery’ headline opening Champions Cup weekend

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

Who's hot and who's not
Former Springboks captain believes New Zealand ‘suffering’ after suddenly realising South Africa mistake
Alex Spink 03 Dec 2024

Former Springboks captain believes New Zealand ‘suffering’ after suddenly realising South Africa mistake

Bob Skinstad blasts rugby's failure to implement a global calendar and hit back at continued criticism of South African participation in the Champions Cup.

South Africa
EPCR secure game-changing new deal for Champions Cup replacing TNT Sport
Louis Chapman Coombe 14 Aug 2024

EPCR secure game-changing new deal for Champions Cup replacing TNT Sport

The Champions Cup has a new home for the next three seasons.

Challenge Cup
‘How can English teams compete?’ – Jonny May calls Sharks’ spending power ‘a joke’ after Challenge Cup final humbling
Colin Newboult 30 May 2024

‘How can English teams compete?’ – Jonny May calls Sharks’ spending power ‘a joke’ after Challenge Cup final humbling

Jonny May has addressed the “elephant in the room” following the weekend’s Challenge Cup and Champions Cup finals.

Gloucester
Ex-Springbok captain: Sharks ‘on the same level’ as Leinster and Toulouse
Jared Wright 29 May 2024

Ex-Springbok captain: Sharks ‘on the same level’ as Leinster and Toulouse

A big claim from Bobby Skinstad who spoke glowingly about the Sharks' Challenge Cup success.

Challenge Cup
Law discussion: Were the Sharks hard done by after Aphelele Fassi’s air collision?
Lawrence Nolan 28 May 2024

Law discussion: Were the Sharks hard done by after Aphelele Fassi’s air collision?

This week's law discussion centres around the obstruction that led to the air collision during the Challenge Cup final between the Sharks and Gloucester.

Challenge Cup
Bokrometer: Siya Masuku throws down Springbok selection gauntlet as Eben Etzebeth’s captaincy qualities shine
Jared Wright 27 May 2024

Bokrometer: Siya Masuku throws down Springbok selection gauntlet as Eben Etzebeth’s captaincy qualities shine

Siya Masuku stole the show in the Challenge Cup final but will it be enough to earn a Springboks debut?

South Africa
Who’s hot and who’s not: ‘Inevitable’ Antoine Dupont as Leinster remain ‘the bridesmaid’, and potty-mouthed coach
Dylan Coetzee 27 May 2024

Who’s hot and who’s not: ‘Inevitable’ Antoine Dupont as Leinster remain ‘the bridesmaid’, and potty-mouthed coach

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

Who's hot and who's not
Eben Etzebeth’s try-saver should have been a ‘penalty try and yellow card’, ex-England winger claims
Jared Wright 25 May 2024

Eben Etzebeth’s try-saver should have been a ‘penalty try and yellow card’, ex-England winger claims

Ugo Monye believes that Eben Etzebeth should have been yellow-carded in the Challenge Cup final,

Sharks
Gloucester forward hilariously backtracks on bold pre-match ‘prediction’ after being ‘munched’ by Sharks
Colin Newboult 25 May 2024

Gloucester forward hilariously backtracks on bold pre-match ‘prediction’ after being ‘munched’ by Sharks

Gloucester’s Jamal Ford-Robinson was mocked for his pre-match Challenge Cup final prediction but the prop came up with a funny retort.

Challenge Cup
Sharks boss laments one weakness which is stopping Europe from having the ‘best competition in the world’
Colin Newboult 25 May 2024

Sharks boss laments one weakness which is stopping Europe from having the ‘best competition in the world’

Sharks head coach John Plumtree believes that the South African teams are being let down by one specific issue in the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup.

Challenge Cup
‘Picture perfect!’ – Vincent Koch leaves fans in awe with stunning 50:22
Jared Wright 25 May 2024

‘Picture perfect!’ – Vincent Koch leaves fans in awe with stunning 50:22

A stunning kick from the tighthead prop!

Sharks
Eben Etzebeth reveals where Challenge Cup win ranks in his long list of accolades
Dylan Coetzee 25 May 2024

Eben Etzebeth reveals where Challenge Cup win ranks in his long list of accolades

Sharks veteran Eben Etzebeth revealed how highly the Challenge Cup title ranks in his long list of achievements to date.

Sharks
What does the Sharks’ maiden title mean for Champions Cup qualification in the United Rugby Championship?
Dylan Coetzee 25 May 2024

What does the Sharks’ maiden title mean for Champions Cup qualification in the United Rugby Championship?

The Sharks claimed a historic Challenge Cup title on Friday but what does that mean for Champions Cup qualification next season?

Sharks
Gloucester v Sharks: Five takeaways from the Challenge Cup final as Springboks heroes become Sharks legends
Dylan Coetzee 24 May 2024

Gloucester v Sharks: Five takeaways from the Challenge Cup final as Springboks heroes become Sharks legends

Planet Rugby's five takeaways from the Sharks' 36-22 victory over Gloucester in the Challenge Cup final.

Challenge Cup
Gloucester player ratings: Zach Mercer fails England audition as front-row smashed by Sharks’ World Cup winners
Colin Newboult 24 May 2024

Gloucester player ratings: Zach Mercer fails England audition as front-row smashed by Sharks’ World Cup winners

Gloucester’s player ratings following their disappointing 36-22 defeat to the Sharks in the Challenge Cup final.

Gloucester
Sharks player ratings: Springboks front-row buries Gloucester as silky Siya Masuku bags 21 points on historic night
Dylan Coetzee 24 May 2024

Sharks player ratings: Springboks front-row buries Gloucester as silky Siya Masuku bags 21 points on historic night

The Sharks' player ratings following their 36-22 victory over Gloucester in the Challenge Cup final.

Sharks
Sharks’ Springboks stars dominate as Durbanites overwhelm Gloucester to claim historic Challenge Cup title
Planet Rugby 24 May 2024

Sharks’ Springboks stars dominate as Durbanites overwhelm Gloucester to claim historic Challenge Cup title

The Sharks became the first South African side to claim a ‘European’ title after they hammered Gloucester 36-22 in the Challenge Cup final.

Challenge Cup
Gloucester star relishing locking horns with ‘good friends’ as Sharks expect ‘Test match’ in all but name
Adam Kyriacou 24 May 2024

Gloucester star relishing locking horns with ‘good friends’ as Sharks expect ‘Test match’ in all but name

Gloucester flanker Ruan Ackermann and Sharks lock Eben Etzebeth preview the upcoming Challenge Cup final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Challenge Cup
Zach Mercer reveals last time he spoke to England head coach Steve Borthwick as he looks to front up against Springbok-heavy Sharks
Alex Spink 23 May 2024

Zach Mercer reveals last time he spoke to England head coach Steve Borthwick as he looks to front up against Springbok-heavy Sharks

Zach Mercer speaks to Planet Rugby's Alex Spink about his England omission and Gloucester's upcoming Challenge Cup final against the Sharks.

England
Louis Rees-Zammit revealed NFL dream in SUMMER as Zach Mercer expects Welsh flyer to ‘rip it open’ at Kansas City Chiefs
Alex Spink 23 May 2024

Louis Rees-Zammit revealed NFL dream in SUMMER as Zach Mercer expects Welsh flyer to ‘rip it open’ at Kansas City Chiefs

Planet Rugby's Alex Spink speaks to George Skivington and Zach Mercer about Louis Rees-Zammit and his decision to leave to pursue his NFL dream.

Gloucester
Gloucester v Sharks preview: Rugby World Cup winners to inspire Durbanites to historic maiden Challenge Cup title
Dylan Coetzee 23 May 2024

Gloucester v Sharks preview: Rugby World Cup winners to inspire Durbanites to historic maiden Challenge Cup title

The time has arrived as only two teams remain in the quest for European glory in the form of the Challenge Cup; it is Gloucester facing the Sharks.

Challenge Cup
Eben Etzebeth takes on extra responsibility for Challenge Cup final as Gloucester boosted by returning international duo
Colin Newboult 23 May 2024

Eben Etzebeth takes on extra responsibility for Challenge Cup final as Gloucester boosted by returning international duo

Check out the team news ahead of the Challenge Cup final between the Sharks and Gloucester at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Friday.

Challenge Cup
‘A special player’ – Eben Etzebeth insists another ‘incredible’ Siya should be hitting the headlines
Colin Newboult 23 May 2024

‘A special player’ – Eben Etzebeth insists another ‘incredible’ Siya should be hitting the headlines

Eben Etzebeth has extolled the virtues of another South African player called Siya.

South Africa
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