Watch: Lions media conference before Sharks clash
Check out what Lions coach Warren Gatland had to say about Springbok Pieter-Steph du Toit, Englishman Sam Simmonds and Euro 2020.
Simmonds out to prove his worth against Sharks
Sam Simmonds believes his selection in the British & Irish Lions starting XV against the Sharks is the perfect opportunity to repay coach Warren Gatland’s faith in him.
Terblanche column: Tackling concussion conversation
The implementation of laws related to high tackles requires greater consistency, writes former Springbok STEFAN TERBLANCHE.
Everitt counts on Bosch, Hendrikse to tame B&I Lions
Sharks coach Sean Everitt says Wednesday’s match against the British & Irish Lions will be massive for halfback pair Jaden Hendrikse and Curwin Bosch after they were left out of the Springbok squad for the Test series. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Phepsi back in Sharks team to front B&I Lions
The return of captain Phepsi Buthelezi is the only change to the Sharks starting lineup for Wednesday’s game against the British & Irish Lions at Ellis Park.
Controversial rugby star Folau signs for Japanese side
Dual-code international Israel Folau, who was sacked by Rugby Australia in 2019 for saying “hell awaits” gay people, will play club rugby in Japan next season, it was announced on Monday.
Nienaber: Willemse can be a valuable utility option
Jacques Nienaber has hinted that Damian Willemse could be a successor of sorts to Frans Steyn as a player capable of covering multiple positions in the backline.
RG could face setback in race to be fit for Lions series
Lock RG Snyman will reportedly have to undergo a skin graft after sustaining burns to his knee during a “fire-pit accident” in Ireland last month.
Successful surgery for Moerat, but faces months on the sidelines
Stormers and Western Province lock Salmaan Moerat has undergone successful neck surgery and has said he can now “look forward” to beginning a period of rehabilitation.
Argentina overcome dogged Romania for scrappy victory
Argentina did enough to withstand a second-half surge from Romania and register a scrappy victory in their first Test of 2021.
