Saders tame fearless Lions

Ryan Crotty scored a hat-trick of tries as the Crusaders clinched a 43-37 win over the Lions at Ellis Park on Friday night. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Coetzee’s playing with freedom

The Lions have brought the best out of Andries Coetzee, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Wait continues for Bok coach

The new Springbok coach will only be named on 12 April following the finalisation of his contract.

Lions must control tempo

The Lions need to dictate the pace of the game in order to overcome a formidable Crusaders side at Ellis Park on Friday night, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Kings can break Super Rugby duck

The Kings have to produce an 80-minute effort on defence to secure their first win of the season against the Sunwolves in PE on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Blues debutant to take centre stage

The effectiveness of the Blues’ new-look midfield pairing will be a key factor in Saturday’s clash against the Jaguares in Albany, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Grey, Davids start for Kings

The Kings have made two changes to their starting lineup for Saturday's clash against the Sunwolves in Port Elizabeth.

Lee at 12 for Cheetahs

Nico Lee will start at inside centre when the Cheetahs take on the Bulls at Loftus on Saturday.

Kockott extends Castres stay

Former Sharks scrumhalf Rory Kockott has signed a new three-year deal with French club Castres.

Double blow for Cheetahs

Cheetahs centres William Small-Smith and Joubert Engelbrecht are set for lengthy spells on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on Wednesday.