Bulls outlast Pumas to exact revenge
The Vodacom Bulls scored seven tries to a claim a commanding 48-31 win over the Pumas in Nelspruit on Tuesday.
Stormers hold on to win in Kimberley
Despite a late comeback attempt from Griquas, the Stormers held out to claim a 38-32 win in their second pre-season match in Kimberley on Tuesday afternoon.
UK-based Lions tour receives boost
The British & Irish Lions board is said have to received support from the government to host this year’s series against the Springboks in the United Kingdom.
Sharks offer would bolster Border rugby
The Sharks’ desire to acquire a controlling share in the Border Rugby Union could offer a much-needed lifeline to rugby in that region, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Winnaar leads much-changed EP
Courtney Winnar will take over the captaincy of the EP Elephants from the injured Inny Radebe when they face the Lions in Port Elizabeth on Wednesday.
Roets adds to Sharks’ strengthening tight five
Towering Pumas forward Le Roux Roets returns to the Sharks, joining new recruit Reniel Hugo in a tight five that continues to be bolstered, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
White muses about high-profile backline
Vodacom Bulls head coach Jake White has hinted at a dream backline scenario of having Johan Goosen at flyhalf and Damian Willemse dovetailing from fullback.
Van Staden set for Leicester Tigers move
The Vodacom Bulls have confirmed that Springbok flank Marco van Staden will be leaving at the end of June to further his career with the Leicester Tigers in England.
Team news: Straeuli starts for Lions
Ruhan Straeuli has been named to start at No 8 for the Lions in their preparation match against the EP Elephants in Gqeberha (previously Port Elizabeth) on Wednesday afternoon.
Team news: Cheetahs make multiple changes
The inclusion of veteran scrumhalf Ruan Pienaar is one of six changes to the Cheetahs starting lineup for Wednesday’s preparation match against the Sharks in Bloemfontein.
