Kolbe has vital intel on Gats’ Lions
Cheslin Kolbe says the British & Irish Lions have a dynamic backline composition, but believes his knowledge of playing against them in the northern hemisphere could be advantageous to South Africa.
Murray to give Lions kickstart
The match against South Africa A will serve as a test of scrumhalf Conor Murray’s ability to rally the British & Irish Lions pack for a performance that makes the world champions sit up and take notice.
Erasmus optimistic of Boks’ readiness for Lions series
Rassie Erasmus is confident the Springboks will be able to field a strong lineup and be ready for the intensity of the first Test against the British & Irish Lions despite their camp being affected by Covid-19.
Injured Vermeulen has ‘outside chance’ for final Test
Rassie Erasmus says there is an “outside chance” that Duane Vermeulen could be available for the third Test between the Springboks and British & Irish Lions.
Jones set for surprise comeback to Lions tour
Alun Wyn Jones is back in training and on the brink of jetting to South Africa this week to join up with the British & Irish Lions.
Four pairs of siblings playing for different nations
We take a look at four sets of brothers who went on to represent two different nations in Test rugby throughout the years.
SA A match vs B&I Lions to go ahead on Wednesday
The British & Irish Lions’ fourth tour match against the South Africa A team will go ahead as scheduled on Wednesday evening, despite talk of a potential switch with Saturday’s Stormers game.
Five African-born players who played for B&I Lions
We take a look at five African-born rugby players who went on to represent the British & Irish Lions down the years, including three South Africans.
Stormers all clear in bio-bubble ahead of B&I Lions battle
The Stormers’ preparations for the upcoming match against the British & Irish Lions are well under way, with the Cape side having entered a secure “bubble” from Thursday.
Springboks resume training after Covid chaos
The Springboks will resume training on Sunday in preparation for the Lions Series after six rounds of COVID-19 testing and a six-day preventative self-isolation period cleared a large group of players to return to the field.
