McGeechan backs Itoje to lead Lions

Sir Ian McGeechan backs England lock Maro Itoje to lead the British & Irish Lions in the first Test against the Springboks in 2021.

Golden points, red-card subs among Aotearoa innovations

New Zealand Rugby has announced a number of exciting law innovations for its domestic Vodacom Super Rugby Aotearoa.

NZ great Carter could play on

All Black great Dan Carter believes age is no longer a factor in the game and, with sabbaticals, players can continue at the top level even at the age of 40.

World Cup-winning Boks’ hidden talents

Check out this clip of Springboks Malcolm Marx and Damian de Allende displaying their DJ-ing skills during their time in Japan.

Watch: Eben Etzebeth – Brute strength

Look back at when Stormers and Bok lock Eben Etzebeth showcased his immense physical strength by charging through Bismarck du Plessis and Coenie Oosthuizen.

Australia keen to host Rugby Champs

Rugby Australia is negotiating with the Australian government for permission to host South Africa, New Zealand and Argentina in a shortened Rugby Championship later this year.

Sexton keen to front Boks on Lions tour

Ireland flyhalf Johnny Sexton is hopeful of earning selection for the British & Irish Lions squad for their 2021 tour of South Africa.

Dark clouds over Jaguares’ Super Rugby future

The UAR has encouraged Jaguares players to accept playing opportunities overseas as uncertainty surrounds the team’s future in Vodacom Super Rugby.

Watch: B&I Lions targeted Small (1997)

With the British & Irish Lions set to face the Stormers in their first tour match next year, look back at how the tourists prepared for their 1997 clash with Western Province. The late Springbok wing James Small was the focus of much of the pre-game analysis ahead of the match at Newlands.

SA Rugby Podcast: B&I Lions will be seeking payback

Hear from Bok hookers Bongi Mbonambi, Malcolm Marx and Schalk Brits as they discuss the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour on the latest SA Rugby Podcast.