Lions’ standout forward: Marnus Schoeman
Flank Marnus Schoeman has performed admirably in a lethargic Lions pack over the first seven rounds of the Vodacom Super Rugby tournament, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
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My most memorable match: NZ vs Boks (2009)
In the fourth instalment of a new article series from the SA Rugby magazine team, MARIETTE ADAMS reflects on a Tri-Nations thriller that kicked off a day of celebrations.
Defence, discipline holding Cheetahs back
MARIETTE ADAMS delves into the two crucial facets of the game that hampered the Cheetahs’ PRO14 campaign.
Player analysis: South Africa’s No 8s
We take a closer look at how the local No 8s have been performing in Vodacom Super Rugby, according to Advanced Rugby stats.
Covid-19 also halts all Western Province rugby
The Western Province Rugby Football Union has suspended all competitive rugby until 25 April at the earliest in response to the global coronavirus pandemic.
‘What the hell just happened’ – Dobson
Stormers coach John Dobson says there would have been ‘no complaints’ if Johan du Toit had been red-carded for his aerial challenge on Louis Schreuder.
Blues thrash hapless Lions
Rieko Ioane bagged a brace of tries as the Blues registered a commanding 43-10 bonus-point win over the Lions at Eden Park in Auckland on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Defensive spacing woes bogging Lions down
Lions assistant coach Sean Erasmus has lamented their players’ lack of defensive spacial awareness, which has directly led to the concession of 10 tries in two games on tour so far. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
‘Specmagic’ lifts Bulls to maiden win
Rosko Specman scored a hat-trick as the Vodacom Bulls beat the Highlanders 38-13 to claim their first victory of the 2020 season in emphatic style. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Blues end drought against Hurricanes
The Blues claimed a stunning 24-15 upset win over the 12-man Hurricanes side in Wellington on Saturday to end a nine-game losing streak in this fixture.
