Farrell on the bench for Lions return

Farrell on the bench for Lions return

Having last played international rugby at the World Cup almost two years ago, Owen Farrell returns for the British & Irish Lions. He’s been named on the bench for Saturday’s clash against the Aussie-Kiwi XV in Adelaide. It’s the Lions’ final warm-up game before...

What happened to 1995 Springboks?

Thirty years on from their famous World Cup win, SA Rugby magazine looks back at what became of the 1995 Springboks. MARK ANDREWS (LOCK/NO 8) Andrews retired from Test rugby in 2002 and played for Newcastle in England until 2004. Upon returning to South Africa, he...
Former SA Schools lock starts for France

Former SA Schools lock starts for France

France coach Fabien Galthie has made 10 changes to his starting fifteen for Saturday’s second Test against the All Blacks, including a former Cheetahs and SA Schools lock. The towering Jacobus van Tonder made an appearance off the bench last Saturday, and now starts...

Manie on a mission to fix the kick

Manie Libbok will start at flyhalf for the Springboks against Italy in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, eager to deliver a polished all-round performance – including off the tee. Libbok’s first Test appearance of the season comes after a perfect five-from-five kicking...