World Rugby has warned South Africa - and any other teams - that trying to manipulate a kickoff into a scrum won't be tolerated

The Springboks deliberately chipped short and regathered to open their second test against Italy last week, provoking debate around the move's legal and moral merits.

Any further incidents will see a penalty issued under Law 9.7, which governs foul or unfair play.



Warriors coach Andrew Webster is concerned over the lure of the proposed R360 global rugby series.

It's reportedly approaching league players with a union background, to make lucrative switches.

Webster says the threat of defections is genuine.



Women's marathon world record holder Ruth Chepngetich has been provisionally suspended after returning a positive doping test for a banned diuretic.