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.
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.
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.
Clinical British & Irish Lions start tour on a high
Wings Josh Adams and Louis Rees-Zammit were front and centre as the British & Irish Lions delivered a statement performance to take down the local Lions at Ellis Park in their tour opener on Saturday.
Fassi: I just backed my instincts
Springbok Aphelele Fassi has opened up about his dream Test debut against Georgia at Loftus Versfeld on Friday night. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Pumas hold on to scrape past Griquas
Hooker Simon Westraad starred as the Pumas held on to beat Griquas in their Currie Cup encounter in Nelspruit on Friday.
Lions to have ‘full go’ against B&I namesakes
Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen says his team will have to be “brave” when they host the British & Irish Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Jones set for “miracle” Lions tour return?
Warren Gatland believes Alun Wyn Jones can make a sensational recovery and still potentially feature for the British & Irish Lions in the three-Test series against South Africa.
Two SWD matches cancelled
Two matches involving teams from South Western Districts scheduled for this weekend have been cancelled due to positive Covid-19 tests and with player welfare in mind.
