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NZ, Australia bin captain’s challenge

The controversial captain’s challenge law innovation that has been utilised in Super Rugby Aotearoa will not be retained new trans-Tasman competition.

White concerned about ‘frustrating’ captain’s call

Bulls head coach Jake White has aired his concerns over the law that allows captains to review a try-scoring incident or foul play in the Rainbow Cup SA.

Calls for fan attendance during Lions tour intensify

SA Rugby and the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture have officially asked the national Covid-19 ministerial advisory committee to consider filling stadiums up to at least 50% capacity during the 2021 British & Irish Lions series.

Courtnall Skosan of the Emirates Lions looks to tackle Sikhumbuzo Notshe of the Cell C Sharks during the 2021 Rainbow Cup SA game between the Sharks and the Lions at Cape Town Stadium on 8 May 2021 ©/BackpagePix via Steve Haag

Highlights: Sharks bag another bonus-point win

The Sharks remained at top of the Rainbow Cup SA log after bagging a deserved bonus-point win over the Lions at Kings Park on Saturday.

Highlights: Bulls claim win as Vermeulen returns from injury

The Bulls inflicted a second successive home defeat on the Stormers on Saturday after an impressive defensive display in Cape Town.

Watch: Simelane gets ‘Weekend Special’ed’

Lions centre Wandisile Simelane, who himself is known for his wicked side-step, was on the receiving end from Sharks fullback Aphelele Fassi during Saturday’s clash at Kings Park.

Watch: Robertson’s celebratory dance after Aotearoa final win

After skipping his customary breakdance celebration in 2020, due to the circumstances, Crusaders coach Scott Robertson brought back his unique celebration after his team’s second Super Rugby Aotearoa title triumph.

Watch: Emotional Sinckler opens up after B&I Lions snub

England and Bristol Bears prop Kyle Sinckler couldn’t hide his emotions after describing what a ‘difficult week’ it had been after being omitted from Warren Gatland’s British & Irish Lions touring squad to South Africa.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 08: Liam Wright and James O'Connor of the Reds hold the trophy after winning the Super RugbyAU Final match between the Queensland Reds and the ACT Brumbies at Suncorp Stadium, on May 08, 2021, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Jono Searle/Getty Images)

Highlights: Reds vs Brumbies (Super Rugby AU final)

The Reds broke the Brumbies’ hearts for the third time this season with a last-minute James O’Connor try, securing the Queensland side the Super Rugby AU title.