Jared Wright 14 Apr 2026 Eben Etzebeth adds to Sharks injury crisis as Springboks sweat over lock stocks Eben Etzebeth faces a race against time to be fit for the Springboks. South Africa
Jared Wright 02 Apr 2026 Eben Etzebeth starts with four other Springboks following 12-game ban as Connacht welcome back Ireland star Eben Etzebeth is back. Challenge Cup
Jared Wright 26 Mar 2026 Eben Etzebeth’s eye-gouge ban draws to a close as Springboks star to ease Sharks crisis and bolster title bid Eben Etzebeth's suspension is drawing to a close at a pivitol time in the Sharks' season. Sharks
Colin Newboult 12 Mar 2026 Law discussion: Why Eben Etzebeth was handed a much harsher ban for eye-gouging than Oscar Jegou There has been accusations of inconsistency after Oscar Jegou was handed a four-week ban for eye-gouging. Six Nations
Jared Wright 12 Mar 2026 Springboks legend slams ‘farcical inconsistency’ over Eben Etzebeth and France star’s eye-gouge bans as Jegou’s sanction dubbed an ’embarrassment’ Bryan Habana has slammed the 'farcical inconsistency' of eye-gouge bans with fans and pundits weighing in. France
Jared Wright 26 Feb 2026 Joe Marler: ‘Bakkies Botha was a world-class thug, Eben Etzebeth is a fake tough guy’ Joe Marler has fired shots at Eben Etzebeth saying that he is a 'fake tough guy' like him. South Africa
Jared Wright 09 Jan 2026 ‘It was pretty mad’ – Alex Mann breaks his silence on Eben Etzebeth eye-gouging incident Alex Mann has spoken for the first time about the Eben Etzebeth eye-gouging incident. Wales
Jared Wright 10 Dec 2025 Eben Etzebeth breaks his silence with three videos providing ‘more context’ to eye-gouging and apologises to Springboks fans Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth breaks his silence following his eye-gouge and subsequent ban. South Africa
Jared Wright 10 Dec 2025 Eddie Jones’ verdict on what was ‘100% right’ about Eben Etzebeth’s ban despite fans’ outcry Eddie Jones believes that Eben Etzebeth's ban fittingly didn't include any matches for the Springboks. South Africa
Jared Wright 09 Dec 2025 Matt Williams: World Rugby vindicated as Eben Etzebeth’s ‘dog act’ ends ‘ridiculous arguments’ Matt Williams hits out at Etzebeth's eye-gouge and believes that it has stained his reputation. South Africa
Liam Heagney 08 Dec 2025 The ‘part’ of the Eben Etzebeth ban that frustrates England legend, who makes Rassie Erasmus prediction and issues ‘help us understand’ plea to South African fans England legend Ben Youngs has expressed his frustration that the ban handed down to South Africa’s Eben Etzebeth for his recent red-carded eye-gouge was reduced to 12 weeks for mitigating factors. South Africa
Jared Wright 06 Dec 2025 Nigel Owens’ verdict on Eben Etzebeth’s eye-gouge and ban as ex-referee hits out World Rugby’s ‘two biggest issues’ 'It's a total mess' - Nigel Owens has weighed in on Eben Etzebeth's eye gouge and hits out at World Rugby's disciplinary process. South Africa
Jared Wright 06 Dec 2025 Eben Etzebeth ‘devastated’ after eye-gouging ban as Sharks put Springboks lock to work John Plumtree says that Eben Etzebeth is 'devastated' by his ban. South Africa
Jared Wright 06 Dec 2025 Was Eben Etzebeth’s ban harsh? Ranking the 16 heaviest eye-gouging suspensions A comprehensive list of the eye-gouging bans over the past 20 years. South Africa
Colin Newboult 05 Dec 2025 Eben Etzebeth-Alex Mann eye gouge conspiracy theory put to bed as full judgement revealed Alex Mann was accused of eye-gouging Eben Etzebeth before the incident which saw the Springboks lock sent-off. South Africa
Colin Newboult 05 Dec 2025 Ardie Savea’s role in Eben Etzebeth’s ban as All Blacks star’s statement given ‘weight’ Ardie Savea was involved in the disciplinary hearing of Springboks star Eben Etzebeth. South Africa
Adam Kyriacou 04 Dec 2025 Eben Etzebeth fate revealed as Springboks star learns punishment for eye-gouge against Wales Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth has been handed a 12-week ban by an independent Disciplinary Committee following his red card against Wales South Africa
Jared Wright 04 Dec 2025 Schalk Burger: Eben Etzebeth ‘should have punched’ Alex Mann as Springboks legend concedes ‘I’m probably the last to talk’ Schalk Burger believes that Eben Etzebeth was better off punching Alex Mann. South Africa
Jared Wright 03 Dec 2025 Bismarck du Plessis: Eben Etzebeth’s eye gouge was a ‘horrible incident’ while England great predicts ‘example’ will be made of Springboks lock Bismarck du Plessis and Steven Kitshoff have weighed in on Eben Etzebeth's eye-gouge. South Africa
Jared Wright 03 Dec 2025 Eben Etzebeth’s ban: Latest twist as verdict is delayed with World Rugby boss overseeing Springbok’s case The indepedent disciplinary panel has been able to come to a consensus, according to reports. South Africa
Colin Newboult 02 Dec 2025 Ex-Irish ref boss warns ‘there’s too much to lose’ if Eben Etzebeth’s ‘egregious act’ is dealt with leniently Eben Etzebeth is set to find out his punishment for eye-gouging Wales' Alex Mann. South Africa
Jared Wright 01 Dec 2025 Why Eddie Jones believes Eben Etzebeth’s eye-gouge was ‘a minor incident’ Eddie Jones has his say about Eben Etzebeth's eye-gouging incident. South Africa
Colin Newboult 30 Nov 2025 Bryan Habana: Eben Etzebeth facing lengthy ban for shocking eye gouge but it does not diminish his greatness Bryan Habana has weighed in on the Eben Etzebeth incident which saw the Springboks star red carded for an eye gouge. South Africa
Jared Wright 30 Nov 2025 Law discussion: Eben Etzebeth’s ban for an eye gouge unlikely to be nearly as harsh as you think Eben Etzebeth will be banned but it might not be for as long as you think. South Africa
Jared Wright 29 Nov 2025 Rassie Erasmus’ frank assessment of Eben Etzebeth’s red card Rassie Erasmus has his say on Eben Etzebeth's red card for eye-gouging. South Africa
David Skippers 29 Nov 2025 Springboks player ratings: ‘One-man wrecking machine’ shines while Eben Etzebeth’s ‘moment of madness’ puts ‘a damper’ on Wales thrashing How South Africa's players rated in their Autumn Nations Series triumph over Wales at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday. South Africa
Jared Wright 29 Nov 2025 Siya Kolisi defends Eben Etzebeth stating there is ‘no way’ he eye-gouged on purpose Siya Kolisi has defended Eben Etzebeth after the lock was red-carded for eye-gouging. South Africa
Jared Wright 29 Nov 2025 Wales v Springboks: Five takeaways as Eben Etzebeth’s brainless act a ‘sour note’ to end a memorable year Five takeaways from the Springboks' 73-0 victory Wales at the Principality Stadium. Internationals
Alex Spink 18 Nov 2025 Simon Zebo addresses Eben Etzebeth’s ‘arrogant’ Irish accusation and warns Ireland’s style is suited to beat Springboks Simon Zebo has warned South Africa that Ireland have the style of play to beat them. Internationals
Adam Kyriacou 17 Nov 2025 Eben Etzebeth relishing ‘opportunity’ against Ireland as Springboks look to end Dublin drought Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth admits their Autumn Nations Series game against Ireland is a "nice opportunity" to end their poor run of form in Dublin. South Africa
