Gatland: Lions have dented Boks’ ego

British & Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has fired a shot before the first Test against the Springboks, claiming they ‘dented their ego’ despite losing to South Africa A last week.

Jones: Surreal to be captaining Lions after injury

Alun Wyn Jones says that to captain the British & Irish Lions in the first Test against the Springboks in Cape Town on Saturday will be “very special”.

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Watch: ‘Lions can’t kick the ball down Kolbe’s throat’

Coach Warren Gatland says the British & Irish Lions are expecting an aerial bombardment from the Springboks, but reiterates they’ve had conversations about ensuring they don’t kick on to Cheslin Kolbe.

Gatland expects Boks to hit Duhan ‘with everything they’ve got’

British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland says he expects Saturday’s first Test against the Springboks to be a challenge for Duhan van der Merwe as he prepares to face Cheslin Kolbe in an intriguing clash of styles.

JdV: Boks-Lions have everything to play for

Performing in empty stadiums will be a key factor in the series between the Springboks and British & Irish Lions, writes former Springbok captain JEAN DE VILLIERS.

Lions team announcement: Duhan to front Boks

Duhan van der Merwe has been named ahead of Josh Adams for the first Test between the British & Irish Lions and Springboks in Cape Town on Saturday.

Watch: Smith’s arrival, Jones’ return to Lions squad

As the British & Irish Lions ramp up their preparations for the upcoming Test series against the Springboks, go behind the scenes with the famous touring side following their tour matches against South Africa A and the Stormers.

Springboks welcome Kolisi’s ‘calm’ leadership against Lions

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber says captain Siya Kolisi’s experience and leadership would be vital against the British & Irish Lions even if he is rusty after a period of self-isolation.

Gatland: Lions can’t afford another slow start

British & Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland is expecting an “arm wrestle” in the first Test match against the Springboks after making his “hardest” team selection yet.