Stormers, Lions make winning start
The DHL Stormers and Lions recorded important derby wins, while the Sharks blew a golden opportunity on the opening weekend of the 2017 Super Rugby tournament, writes JON CARDINELLI.
The DHL Stormers and Lions recorded important derby wins, while the Sharks blew a golden opportunity on the opening weekend of the 2017 Super Rugby tournament, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Rohan Janse van Rensburg scored two tries in the Lions' 28-25 win in Bloemfontein.
Rohan Janse van Rensburg scored a brace of tries as the Lions snatched a 28-25 win over the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Clinton Swart will start in the midfield for the Cheetahs against the Lions in their Super Rugby opener in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
SuperSport chats to Francois Venter, Franco Smith, Oupa Mohoje and Uzair Cassiem.
One of the Cheetahs flyhalves threw a tizzy fit during the off-season when he came across a squad list pinned to a change-room wall that had Johan Goosen’s name on it.
The Cheetahs will be looking to back up their Currie Cup success with an improved showing in Super Rugby this year, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
The Cheetahs have announced their finalised 37-man squad for the 2017 Super Rugby competition.
Francois Venter was named the Cheetahs' Player of the Year at the union's annual awards ceremony on Thursday.
The Sharks scored five converted tries to beat the Cheetahs 35-7 in a pre-season friendly in Umlazi on Friday night.