Cheetahs outmuscle Lions to claim title

The Free State Cheetahs produced a superior first-half performance to down the Golden Lions 31-28 in the Currie Cup final in Bloemfontein on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Bulls crowned U21 champions

The Vodacom Blue Bulls overturned a 17-point deficit to beat Western Province 33-27 and claim the U21 Championship title in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Pumas retain Premier Division status

The Pumas kept their place in the Currie Cup Premier Division with a comprehensive 49-5 win over the Griffons in the promotion-relegation playoff in Nelspruit on Friday.

Lions targeting complete performance in final

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen says his side will look to put together an 80-minute performance in the Currie Cup final against the Cheetahs on Saturday.

Cheetahs bring in Olivier for final

Gerhard Olivier will start in the only change to the Cheetahs starting lineup for the Currie Cup final against the Lions in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Smith to start for Lions

Dylan Smith will start after the Lions have made one injury-enforced change to their starting lineup for the Currie Cup final against the Cheetahs.

Analysis: Kicking key to Currie Cup final

Tyrone Green is set to play a surprising role as the Currie Cup final between the gung-ho Cheetahs and Lions may unexpectedly be decided by a kicking game, writes rugby analyst ZELIM NEL.

Mathie appointed as Griquas coach

Former Vodacom Blue Bulls and Sharks scrumhalf Scott Mathie has been named as Griquas head coach for the 2020-21 season.

Smith ready for final Cheetahs match

Free State Cheetahs coach Franco Smith says he is proud about what he has been able to achieve with the team ahead of the Currie Cup final on Saturday.

Steenkamp joins Edinburgh’s ranks

Vodacom Bulls loose forward Ruan Steenkamp has joined Pro14 giants Edinburgh on a short-term loan deal during the World Cup.