Boks will need to believe in what they can achieve
The Springboks will need to be as mentally strong as they are physically prepared, in order to be competitive against the British & Irish Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Mbonambi: Boks will be ready for Test-match intensity
Bongi Mbonambi says there has been an accelerated intensity about the Springboks’ preparations as they seek to rediscover “high international standards” after such an extended period out of Test rugby, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
B&I Lions forced to make late changes
Warren Gatland has had to make two injury-enforced changes to the British & Irish Lions starting lineup for Saturday’s Test against Japan at Murrayfield in Edinburgh.
Lions lose Bok stalwart to season-ending injury
The Lions have confirmed that Willem Alberts has sustained a high-grade tear of his right hamstring muscle and will likely be out for the remainder of the Currie Cup.
Hendrikse impressive as Sharks overcome Griquas
Scrumhalf Jaden Hendrikse produced a memorable display in Kimberley as the Sharks claimed victory over a gallant Griquas side on Saturday.
WP coach: Dayimani has a ‘massive future’ ahead of him
WP coach John Dobson says the game-breaking ability of talented Hacjivah Dayimani makes him a welcome addition to the Western Province ranks, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Coetzee: Keeping focus on Bulls is key for me
Although the British & Irish Lions tour is fast approaching, Marcell Coetzee is fully aware of the need to remain focused on the task at hand as he captains the Bulls in Saturday’s Rainbow Cup final, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
URC CEO: SA teams will challenge clubs from the north
United Rugby Championship CEO Martin Anayi says South African teams will add competitiveness to the newly-formed United Rugby Championship as he allayed concerns around any negative side effects of competition expansion. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Dayimani straight into action for WP
Loose forward Hacjivah Dayimani is set to make his debut for Western Province in their Currie Cup opener against the Blue Bulls on Saturday.
Am: Simelane ‘really backs himself’
Springbok centre Lukhanyo Am says he is expecting big things from young compatriot Wandisile Simelane, who stands on the brink of a Test debut, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
