Kolisi: WP want to give loyal fans something to smile about
Siya Kolisi says Western Province will still be highly motivated to give Newlands a fitting farewell despite playing behind closed doors. DYLAN JACK reports.
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Bulls return to full strength
Morne Steyn will win his 100th provincial cap as the Vodacom Bulls have reverted to a full-strength lineup for their Currie Cup semi-final against the Lions on Saturday.
‘Vermaak is an outstanding prop’
Western Province head coach John Dobson says ‘underrated’ prop Ali Vermaak could surprise with his performance in the Currie Cup semi-final against the Sharks on Saturday.
Province vs Sharks: Clashes to watch
DYLAN JACK looks at five personal duels which could be decisive in the second semi-final between Western Province and the Sharks on Saturday.
Bulls vs Lions: Clashes to watch
DYLAN JACK looks at five personal duels which could be decisive in the first semi-final between the Vodacom Bulls and Lions on Saturday.
Watch: PRO14 ‘welcomes’ SA teams
The PRO14 expanded their WhatsApp group after welcoming the South African teams ahead of the Rainbow Cup.
‘WP vs Sharks could come down to final moments’
Western Province assistant coach Dawie Snyman is confident they will make the right decisions in the closing stages of their semi-final against the Sharks on Saturday.
Watch: 12 outstanding Louw moments
Sharks centre Marius Louw has taken ownership of the inside-centre position following the departure of Springbok Andre Esterhuizen.
Youngsters need Varsity Cup platform
The lost opportunities caused by the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 makes holding a Varsity Cup in some form in 2021 all the more important, writes DYLAN JACK.
‘Players and referees are outside their comfort zones’
Rassie Erasmus says they are fully aware of criticism surrounding the type of rugby being played and refereeing standards in the Currie Cup. DYLAN JACK reports.
