Lets get on with it

That's the word from Crusaders coach Scott Robertson who says while the Super Rugby Aotearoa format hasn't been a surprise to anyone, it's great to finally have a time line.

Robertson has confirmed Sam Whitelock will be available for the Crusaders.

The immediate NRL future of South Sydney rugby league star James Roberts is under a cloud after he reportedly checked himself back into a rehabilitation clinic.

Roberts sought help following a meeting with Rabbitohs officials, including coach Wayne Bennett, two weeks ago.

It is the third time the 27-year-old has admitted himself into a clinic, having also done so in Thailand to address alcohol and depression issues.


England internationals Danny Rose and Raheem Sterling have criticised a return of the English Premier League during the coronavirus pandemic.

EPL chief executive Richard Masters says they are hoping to resume the league "in the middle of June" but work is still required to finalise the return-to- training protocols, not least the buy-in of players and managers.