Brumbies egde Reds in Aussie derby

The Brumbies were made to work hard in their opening round match with the Reds in Canberra on Friday as they held on for a narrow 27-24 victory.

A closer look at the Stormers’ prospects

It’s going to be an emotional farewell to Newlands this year. But can the Stormers give the grand old lady of South African rugby the send off she deserves? JOHN GOLIATH looks at their 2020 Vodacom Super Rugby prospects.

Can Lions cubs rediscover Super Rugby magic?

The Lions are in a rebuilding phase following the loss of a number of stalwarts. JOHN GOLIATH takes a look at their 2020 prospects after they missed out on a playoff berth last year.

Graphic: Super Rugby refs for Round 1

Three local referees will take charge of the matches involving South African franchises during the opening round of Vodacom Super Rugby.

Three Sharks rookies to watch

The Sharks could be set for a big Vodacom Super Rugby campaign, if they can strike the right balance. ANDRE HUISAMEN looks at three rookies to watch in their squad.

Playing selector: Sharks XV for opener

Ahead of this Friday’s Vodacom Super Rugby opener for the Sharks, CRAIG LEWIS selects his XV for the clash in Durban.

Paper Talk: Kriel seeking Lions return

A round up of what some of South Africa’s leading Sunday papers are saying, including a potential return to Vodacom Super Rugby for Jaco Kriel.

Blitzboks set to miss semis

The Blitzboks beat Japan, but a dramatic defeat by England is likely to have them fail to qualify for the Hamilton Sevens semi-finals.

Three challenges facing new Bok coach

The Springboks enter a new era under coach Jacques Nienaber. JOHN GOLIATH looks at the immediate challenges he will face after stepping into the spotlight.

Can golden ‘oldies’ shine?

There are several stalwarts who will be determined to prove the old adage that there is no substitute for experience during this Vodacom Super Rugby season, writes CRAIG LEWIS.