Eight-try Lions crush Edinburgh

Eight-try Lions crush Edinburgh

The Lions produced a commanding display against Edinburgh at Ellis Park on Saturday. Eight tries, including a brace from winger Angelo Davids, secured a 54-17 win for the hosts that moved them back up to seventh on the Vodacom URC log. The Lions, who were presented...

Sharks adopt bold new blueprint

The Sharks are changing the way they build, and it starts with backing youth when it matters most. Coach JP Pietersen has outlined a clear shift in approach, revealing that emerging players will no longer be eased in through low-stakes matches, but tested in the heat...

Ackers: Cameron showed his class

Vodacom Bulls coach Johan Ackermann was pleased with Cameron Hanekom’s return from a long injury layoff against Cardiff on Friday night. The Springbok loose forward had been sidelined for nine months with a knee injury, but made an immediate impact after coming off...

Cheetahs staff face retrenchment

The Free State Rugby Union has begun a retrenchment process as it continues efforts to stabilise its finances. According to a letter dated 18 March, the union has issued formal notice in terms of Section 189(3) of the Labour Relations Act, proposing a consultative...

Points shared as lightning strikes in Bloem

Lightning took centre stage in Bloemfontein on Friday night during the SA Cup clash between the Cheetahs and Pumas. The match was abandoned in the first half after repeated weather interruptions, with both sides forced to settle for two log points. Kick-off was...