Lions report four positive Covid-19 tests

The Lions have confirmed there have been four positive cases of Covid-19 in the squad this week, but that the players concerned are asymptomatic.

Gatland: Japan will offer stern test before SA tour

British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland says a warm-up clash with Japan will serve as important preparation before the team heads to South Africa.

Wallabies lose To’omua for Tri-Nations

The Wallabies have suffered a significant blow ahead of the Tri- Nations after it was reported that playmaker Matt To’omua will miss the tournament through injury.

Aussie boss ‘disappointed’ by Bok decision

Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan says they were ‘perplexed’ by the decision for the Springboks to be withdrawn from the Rugby Championship.

B&I Lions to host Japan before SA tour

The British & Irish Lions will host Japan at Scotland’s Murrayfield Stadium on Saturday, 26 June 2021 in a historic Test ahead of their tour to South Africa.

Jones: Farrell ‘working on’ tackle technique

England coach Eddie Jones says captain Owen Farrell has been correcting his technique while serving his five-match ban for a dangerous tackle.

Watch: Campo admits ‘eating humble pie’

David Campese admits he’s eating humble pie following the All Blacks’ 20-point win over the Wallabies in the second Bledisloe Cup Test in Auckland on Sunday.

Sharks get timely injury boost

Sharks coach Sean Everitt has confirmed that four key players, including Springbok wing Sbu Nkosi, have returned to fitness and will be available for selection against the Vodacom Bulls this weekend.

Value added to Steyn’s role for Cheetahs

Frans Steyn’s value to the Cheetahs will only be heightened following the unfortunate injury to captain Ruan Pienaar, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Rewind: Springboks vs Japan (RWC 2019)

On this day one year ago, the Springboks booked a World Cup semi-final face-off with Wales after defeating Japan 26-3 in their quarter-final clash.