Lions MD: Test series is paramount
British & Irish Lions managing director Ben Calveley says they have every intention of following the original tour schedule as closely as possible.
Poll debate: Would Duhan start for the Boks?
South African-born Duhan van der Merwe made a big splash in his first tour match for the British & Irish Lions but, in a world where it was possible, would he earn a start for the Springboks in this series?
Gatland lauds victorious Lions after ‘surreal’ day
Coach Warren Gatland has paid tribute to his British & Irish Lions players following their victory over the Sharks on Wednesday after what he said was a “surreal day and a real challenge”.
Everitt: Lions players commended Sharks for ‘fight’
Sharks head coach Sean Everitt has commended his side for the fight they showed in their heavy loss to the British & Irish Lions but added that they have to show more patience with their attacking opportunities.
Van der Merwe puts Boks on red alert
British & Irish Lions wing Duhan van der Merwe thundered through the Sharks on Wednesday night to score a hat-trick and validate pre-tour speculation that he would present a clear and present danger to South Africa’s vaunted defence, writes ZELIM NEL.
Lions, Duhan feast on error-filled Sharks
The British & Irish Lions put a Covid-impacted day behind them by punishing a poor Sharks performance with a 54-7 victory in Johannesburg on Wednesday.
Breaking: Second Boks vs Georgia Test cancelled
The second Test between the Springboks and Georgia has been officially cancelled following a number of players and management testing positive for Covid-19 in both camps.
Sharks’ mettle at altitude to be put to the test by B&I Lions
The Sharks’ ability to go the distance will be put to the test when they face the British & Irish Lions in Johannesburg, writes DYLAN JACK.
Confirmed: B&I Lions vs Bulls put on ice
SA Rugby has announced that Saturday’s match between the British & Irish Lions and the Bulls has been postponed with a view to rescheduling or accommodating an alternative opponent.
B&I Lions happy to face Georgia in wake of Covid-19 impact
British & Irish Lions assistant coach Steve Tandy has suggested that the tourists would be more than willing to face Georgia if both teams have their games cancelled this weekend.
