Farrell: Axing Australia would be tragic

British & Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell has dismissed talk that the Wallabies are not worthy opponents as “insulting”. The Lions are seeking a series whitewash when they clash for the final time in Sydney on Saturday, having won the first Test in Brisbane...

Bok camp inspires Renzo to raise his game

Lions flank Renzo du Plessis says his stint with the Springboks has given him a clear picture of what it takes to succeed at the highest level. The 2024 Currie Cup Player of the Year, who made 10 Vodacom URC appearances for the Lions last season, was part of the Boks’...
Rees-Zammit quits NFL for rugby return

Rees-Zammit quits NFL for rugby return

Louis Rees-Zammit has confirmed he is ending his NFL adventure to return to rugby union, 18 months after trading boots for cleats. The 24-year-old Welsh speedster shocked the rugby world in early 2024 when he left Gloucester and withdrew from Six Nations contention to...
Gim vs Boishaai: The Real Big One

Gim vs Boishaai: The Real Big One

This weekend’s fiercest rugby clash isn’t professional, it’s Paarl Gim vs Paarl Boys’ High – a derby drenched in history, identity and pride, writes MARK KEOHANE. Writing for TimesLIVE, Keohane argues that no match in South African rugby this weekend matters more than...

Cheetahs ring changes for Pumas clash

Cheetahs coach Frans Steyn has made several changes for Friday’s Currie Cup match against the Pumas in Bloemfontein. The Free Staters opened their campaign with a 37-35 loss to Boland in Wellington and will be looking to bounce back at home. Vernon Paulo starts at...