Boks must boast brains and brawn

The Springboks’ decision to face the Wallabies without a renowned breakdown exponent will require an astute tactical adjustment, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Highlights: Rugby Challenge final

Highlights of the Pumas’ 32-30 win against Griquas in the Provincial Rugby Challenge final.

Watch: Pumas’ title-winning drop goal

Justin van Staden slotted an 83rd-minute drop goal after a 25-phase attack to give the Pumas a 32-30 win against Griquas in the Rugby Challenge final.

Pumas claim Rugby Challenge title

The Pumas beat Griquas 32-30 in the Provincial Rugby Challenge final in Oudtshoorn on Sunday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Highlights: Pumas vs Sharks XV

Highlights of the Pumas’ 30-17 win against the Sharks XV in their Provincial Rugby Challenge semi-final.

Griquas to face Pumas in final

George Whitehead kicked 12 points as Griquas claimed a 27-14 win over the Free State XV in the Provincial Rugby Challenge semi-final in Kimberley on Saturday. 

Lions hit by injuries

The Lions confirmed on Tuesday that five players, including Elton Jantjies, have been struck by injury.

Free State shock Western Province

The Free State XV beat defending champions Western Province 26-20 in the quarter-finals of the Provincial Rugby Challenge, while there were also wins for Griquas, the Sharks XV and Pumas.

Whiteley leads Lions past Bulls

The Golden Lions XV beat the Blue Bulls 47-29 in Johannesburg, while there were also wins for Western Province, the Sharks XV, Pumas, Boland and Griquas in the Provincial Rugby Challenge.

Whiteley returns to lead Golden Lions

Warren Whiteley has recovered from his knee injury and will lead the Golden Lions in their Provincial Rugby Challenge clash against the Blue Bulls in Johannesburg on Saturday.