Rewind: Burke masterclass stuns Lions

Fullback Matthew Burke scored a try, slotted six penalties and a conversion as Australia stormed back into the 2001 Lions series with a 35-14 win – a record margin over the British & Irish Lions. READ: Wallabies bring back the muscle for MCG showdown The Wallabies...

Under-fire Lowe retained, Farrell on the bench

Winger James Lowe keeps Duhan van der Merwe out of the British & Irish Lions Test side, as they look to wrap up the series against Australia at the iconic MCG on Saturday. Lowe had been criticised by the British media for a lukewarm performance in the first Test,...

Ackers to tick every Bulls box

New coach Johan Ackermann is determined to help the Vodacom Bulls clear the final hurdle in their pursuit of silverware. Ackermann takes over a Bulls team that, under Jake White, reached three Vodacom URC finals in four seasons – but failed to claim the title. Their...

Boland opener has Steyn sweating

Frans Steyn admits the stress of facing Boland has cast a shadow over the excitement, as the Cheetahs prepare for a tough Currie Cup clash in Wellington. The Cheetahs begin the 2025 Currie Cup campaign with a trip to the Western Cape, returning to the field where...