Swys committed to Lions

Swys de Bruin insists he will honour his Lions contract, which expires at the end of next year’s Super Rugby campaign. 

Hansen: Crusaders will have to earn win

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says there is no guarantee the Crusaders will beat the Lions in the Super Rugby final in Christchurch on Saturday.

Lions out to ‘enjoy themselves’

Elton Jantjies will be aiming to embrace his decision-making responsibilities in the final against the Crusaders in Christchurch, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Five key battles in Christchurch

JON CARDINELLI looks at the players and battles that will shape the outcome of the Super Rugby final between the Crusaders and Lions in Christchurch.

Watch: Kwagga on Super Rugby final

Lions flank Kwagga Smith looks ahead to the Super Rugby final against the Crusaders in Christchurch.

‘Crusaders get away with a lot’

Lions coach Swys de Bruin plans to meet with the match officials ahead of Saturday’s final against the Crusaders to ensure they get a ‘fair deal’.

Watch: Lions’ best Super Rugby tries

The Lions’ best tries in this year’s Super Rugby tournament, from Aphiwe Dyantyi’s try against the Sharks in February to his try against the Waratahs in July.

Watch: Whiteley’s tearful tribute to Kriel

Jaco Kriel got an emotional sendoff at a private Lions players function by Warren Whiteley on Saturday night.

‘Another opportunity up for grabs’

Kwagga Smith, who received a red card in last year’s final against the Crusaders, insists that Saturday’s title decider is not about personal redemption. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Watch: De Bruin on Super Rugby final

Lions coach Swys de Bruin talks about his touring squad and the logistics of travelling halfway around the world for the Super Rugby final.