
Coach proud of young Lions’ effort
Ivan van Rooyen says the Golden Lions made big strides in this year’s Currie Cup despite being knocked out in the semi-finals by the Sharks on Saturday.
Ivan van Rooyen says the Golden Lions made big strides in this year’s Currie Cup despite being knocked out in the semi-finals by the Sharks on Saturday.
Dan du Preez scored a crucial 75th-minute try as the Sharks claimed a 33-24 win over the Golden Lions in Saturday’s semi-final at Kings Park. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Edinburgh thrashed Toulon 40-14, while there were also wins for Castres, Munster, Racing, Saracens and Leicester in round two of the European Champions Cup.
The SWD Eagles overturned a 12-point deficit to beat the Valke 36-27 and clinch the Currie Cup First Division trophy in George on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
The Border Rugby Union has been suspended from SA Rugby membership as a consequence of its dire financial position and ongoing administration issues.
World Cup-winning captain John Smit has been appointed as a board member of the South African Rugby Legends Association.
Flanker David Pocock has won Australia’s Player of the Year award for the second time.
Golden Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen says while it’s in their DNA to play an expansive game, they have prepared for a bruising forward battle at Kings Park on Saturday.
The court case against Lions defence coach Joey Mongalo over allegations of indecent assault has got underway in Australia.
Former Kings flanker Chris Cloete has signed a contract extension to remain with Munster until 2022.