Highlanders ‘B’ bad news for Sharks
The Highlanders will field a weakened team against the Rebels, who need to win in Dunedin on Saturday to qualify for the Super Rugby quarter-finals at the Sharks’ expense.
Mallett to make SuperSport return
Nick Mallett is set to resume his SuperSport studio duties during this weekend’s Super Rugby action.
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.
Lineout giants loom large for Bulls
The trendsetting Lions would do well to utilise their lineout strengths in the crucial game against the Bulls and in the playoffs, writes JON CARDINELLI.
‘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.
Boyd points out Super Rugby ‘vagaries’
Hurricanes coach Chris Boyd has highlighted the injustices of a Super Rugby competition structure that is set to see his side face the Chiefs in a challenging quarter-final.
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.
Ashwin: I have reached out to Nick, Naas
Ashwin Willemse insists his SuperSport studio walk-off was based on the belief that the incident involving Nick Mallett and Naas Botha was rooted in racism.
Odds stacked against SA hopefuls
The Lions and Sharks’ erratic showings during the Super Rugby conference phase may see them travelling extensively in the playoffs, writes JON CARDINELLI.
