Eastern Cape link with Sharks set to strengthen
The newly concluded deal between the Sharks and MVM Holdings is also set to translate into a strengthening of the ties between the Durban franchise and Eastern Cape rugby. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Column: The irresistible rise of Tiaan Swanepoel
Lions fullback Tiaan Swanepoel’s meteoric rise is a lesson in perseverance, writes ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE.
Don’t take team sacrifices for granted
Quality and consistency have been lacking at times this domestic season, but the players and management deserve immense credit for contending with unprecedented challenges, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Cheetahs coach: Rainbow cup snub a ‘heavy blow’
Coach Hawies Fourie admits the Cheetahs are disappointed but have made peace with the fact they will not be taking part in the new Rainbow Cup in 2021.
Coetzee: Longing for home caught up with us
Marcell Coetzee says the decision to move back to South Africa from Ulster was largely driven by a desire to return ‘home’.
Cheetahs surge past Pumas
The Cheetahs overturned a 10-point deficit in the second half to claim a 35-31 win over the Pumas at Mbombela Stadium on Friday night.
WP coach: All players want to stay
Western Province and Stormers coach John Dobson says there is unanimous buy-in from ‘all players’ who have indicated a desire to remain with the union and franchise. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Banned Dyantyi a special talent lost
Without making an ill-informed judgement on guilt or intent, Aphiwe Dyantyi’s four-year ban is a cautionary outcome for one of the most prodigiously talented backline players, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Gallery: ‘Unique’ Bok jersey for B&I Lions
Have a look at the images that have been made available so far following Friday’s unveiling of the Springboks’ jersey for next year’s British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa.
American investors look to Sharks
American consortium MVM Holdings could look to close an investment with the Sharks as a viable alternative if sluggish talks with WP Rugby continue to stall. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
