Swanepoel steers Lions to victory
Tiaan Swanepoel scored two tries and booted four penalties to guide the Lions to a 33-25 victory against the Pumas in Nelspruit on Saturday.
Lions swap props
Ivan van Rooyen has made two changes to the Lions’ starting lineup for Saturday’s Currie Cup encounter against the Pumas in Nelspruit.
Currie Cup teams (Round 6)
Check out the match-day squads for round six of the Currie Cup, which is set to be headlined by the showdown between the Cheetahs and Western Province in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Good news on injury front for Lions
The Lions could be boosted by the return of Jamba Ulengo in as little as a week’s time, while two other players are expected to return to fitness in time for the Currie Cup playoffs.
Five players who impressed in 2020
As the year draws to its close, ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE picks out five players who have impressed in the domestic season to date.
Simelane: I’ve grown as a player and human being
Wandisile Simelane says his involvement in the Springbok Showdown earlier this year provided ‘a real taste of what it takes to be a Springbok’, writes DYLAN JACK.
Currie Cup Team of the Week (Round 4)
DYLAN JACK identifies the standout South African players based on performances in the fourth round of the Currie Cup.
Van Rooyen heaps praise on Lions’ old guard
Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen was full of praise for Willem Alberts, Jannie du Plessis and Jaco Kriel in the wake of their 27-12 victory over the Sharks at Ellis Park.
‘No excuse for Sharks’ error-ridden performance’
Sean Everitt has lamented the Sharks’ poor display, particularly up front, that led to them losing 27-12 to the Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday.
Highlights: Lions too good for Sharks
Willem Alberts was named Man of the Match, while Wandisile Simelane set up a superb try as the Lions claimed an impressive 27-12 win over the Sharks on Saturday.
