Fourie du Preez – Simply the best

On his 39th birthday, we take a look at why Fourie du Preez was one of the greatest scrumhalves to ever play the game.

Woodward, McGeechan: Lions tour decision the right call

Clive Woodward and Ian McGeechan both believe the decision to go ahead with the British & Irish Lions tour in South Africa as initially planned was the right one.

Fitzpatrick: Jones is under pressure

Former All Blacks captain Sean Fitzpatrick says England coach Eddie Jones is under pressure but the RFU cannot afford to get rid of him.

Gans injury blow for Bulls

Vodacom Bulls centre Stedman Gans is set to be out of action for up to three months after suffering an ankle injury against the Stormers on Friday night.

Willemse gets slap on the wrist for eye-gouge

France lock Paul Willemse has been banned for just two games after being red-carded for an eye-gouge against Wales in Paris this past Saturday.

Malherbe ‘keen to stay’ with Stormers

Frans Malherbe has indicated a desire to remain committed to the Stormers, but there is still some doubt over the future of Bongi Mbonambi.

Watch: O’Driscoll on that Rossouw tackle

With the British & Irish Lions tour set to go ahead in South Africa, look back at this interview where Brian O’Driscoll reflects on the physicality of the second Test in 2009.

Government to assist with Lions tour logistics

Mark Alexander says with the help of government, SA Rugby will be able to navigate the challenges posed by Covid-19 despite the fact that the original Lions tour schedule is subject to review due to the pandemic and its predicted progression.

Lions tour: Ticket information

With all parties committed to seeing the British & Irish Lions tour proceed in South Africa, here is what has been confirmed so far regarding the schedule and ticket information.

CONFIRMED: Lions set for SA tour

The British & Irish Lions and SA Rugby have confirmed they are aligned on delivering the series in South Africa in the scheduled playing window.