Gutsy Lions outlast Highlanders

No 8 Kwagga Smith bagged a brace to guide the Lions to a nervy 38-29 win over the Highlanders at Ellis Park on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Owens lauds Folau sacking

Referee Nigel Owens says shunned fullback Israel Folau only has himself to blame for the termination of his contract by Rugby Australia.

Watch: Beast surprised by Trevor Noah

Take a look as Beast Mtawarira received a special message from comedian Trevor Noah on SuperSport’s In Touch show.

Q&A: Folau crossed the ‘line’

Rugby Australia boss Raelene Castle sat down with Iain Payten in an interview for RUGBY.com.au to discuss the details of Israel Folau’s contract termination on Friday.

Glasgow Warriors power into final

Kyle Steyn starred as the Glasgow Warriors clinched a convincing 50-20 victory over Ulster in their Pro14 semi-final on Friday.

Brink on the prowl for Bok berth

An injury to Warren Whiteley will put the performance of Springbok hopeful Cyle Brink against the Highlanders in the spotlight, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

It’s official: Folau’s contract terminated

Rugby Australia’s decision to tear up Israel Folau’s contract has been upheld after he was found guilty of a high-level breach of the players’ code of conduct.

Folau fiasco could have been avoided

The game will be poorer without the talents of Israel Folau, but the entire saga is a lesson in the importance of open dialogue and tolerance over sensitive subjects, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Crusaders to win by more than 13

The MONEY MAN, in his IOL betting column, is backing the Crusaders to claim a comfortable win over the Stormers at Newlands on Saturday.

Folau: I should be allowed to play

Israel Folau has been left ‘deeply saddened’ by Rugby Australia’s decision to terminate his contract, the Wallabies star said in a statement on Friday.