New-look Lions ready to roar

Coach Ivan van Rooyen is excited to work with a number of new recruits at the Lions, while he’s highlighted that Wandisile Simelane is also in a ‘very good space’, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Everything to gain for SA Rugby

SA Rugby shouldn’t be fazed by New Zealand’s act of self-interest and self-preservation. In fact, it’s time to follow suit, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

English writer slams NZR’s selfish ways

Daily Mail writer Chris Foy has taken aim at New Zealand Rugby’s ‘smug superiority complex’ as the Kiwis plan to do it their own way.

Rassie: We lose, we go home

Look back at Rassie Erasmus’ team talk in the buildup to the Springboks’ do-or-die pool match against Italy during last year’s Rugby World Cup, and how he correctly predicted the team’s route to the knockout stages.

Watch: Get hyped up for Lions tour

In 2021 the British & Irish Lions travel to South Africa and will look to win their first series against the Springboks since 1997. This video previews some key players and shows past tours that will get you hyped up for the 2021 tour.

NZR boss: South Africa, Argentina are all in

NZR CEO Mark Robinson says there is a possibility South Africa and Argentina could be allowed to conduct preparation for a revised Rugby Championship in New Zealand.

There’s nothing quite like a Lions tour

Confirmation of the British & Irish Lions tour dates to South Africa in 2021 provides cause for excitement and anticipation when it’s needed most, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Blitzboks adopt proactive outlook

Pending eagerly-anticipated government approval for SA Rugby’s return to training, the Springbok Sevens system hopes to be able to gradually ‘restart’ in August, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

On the lighter side: Streaker who caused chaos

Many may have missed the moment Crusaders star Braydon Ennor took out a streaker during Saturday’s clash with the Blues.

State-of-origin match: EC/KZN team

With SA Rugby reportedly considering a state-of-origin match at the end of the year, CRAIG LEWIS selects a hypothetical team hailing from the Eastern Cape and KZN.