Super Rugby preview (Round 19, Part 2)

CRAIG LEWIS looks ahead to the final three matches of round 19, including the crucial clashes involving the Bulls, Lions and Sharks.

Libbok in, Pollard out for Bulls

Ivan van Zyl and Manie Libbok will form a new-look 9-10 combination for the Bulls in Saturday’s clash against the Lions.

Skosan to wing it for Lions

Courtnall Skosan will start his first Super Rugby game of the season when the Lions take on the Bulls in Johannesburg this Saturday.

Nkosi blow for Boks

Springbok winger S’bu Nkosi has been ruled out for eight to 12 weeks due to an ankle injury.

Nkosi ruled out, Du Preez cleared

Kobus van Wyk will start in place of the injured S’bu Nkosi when the Sharks host the Jaguares at Kings Park this Saturday.

Injured Senatla ruled out for Blitzboks

Neil Powell has announced an experienced Blitzboks squad for the Sevens World Cup despite a number of players missing due to injury.

Cronjé: Lions yet to peak

Scrumhalf Ross Cronjé believes a victory over the Bulls on Saturday will give the Lions much-needed momentum in the lead-up to the Super Rugby playoffs. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Bosch aiming for improvement

Curwin Bosch has learned a lot in a season where he hasn’t been entirely happy with his personal form, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

‘Sharks need momentum to perform’

Young fullback Curwin Bosch says the Sharks are determined to demonstrate what they are capable of in Saturday’s clash against the Jaguares, writes CRAIG LEWIS. 

Cronjé: I absolutely love it in Joburg

Scrumhalf Ross Cronjé has signed a two-year contract extension to remain at the Lions until the end of 2020.