Lions hungry to ‘play with the big dogs’

Skipper Francke Horn says the Lions are ready for a trip to Ireland over the coming weeks knowing two wins from two will seal a historic first Vodacom URC playoff berth. Horn spoke to News24 ahead of back-to-back clashes against Leinster and Munster, with the Lions...

Driven Du Toit on what fuels his tank

Bok juggernaut Thomas du Toit will draw on every ounce of his front-row nous when Bath and Bordeaux Bègles pack down in the Investec Champions Cup semi-finals on Sunday. A mainstay in the tight five for Bath since his move from the Sharks in 2023, the 30-year-old is...

Super clubs in tug of war for Savea

Loose forward Ardie Savea has reportedly caught the eye of two Super Rugby teams for his services ahead of his return to New Zealand rugby. The All Blacks star is set to re-enter the local scene following the end of his sabbatical with Kobelco Kobe Steelers. According...

Playoff-chasing Tahs feel the squeeze

Head coach Dan McKellar says the Waratahs were “squeezed to death” in a loss to the Force that dents their hopes of reaching the Super Rugby playoffs. The Tahs were forced into making nearly 300 tackles during the 20-17 defeat in Sydney on Friday, leaving their...

Pead on the grind to live his Bok dream

Already on Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus’ radar, scrumhalf Haashim Pead is using every minute with the Lions to ensure he’s primed to breakthrough at the highest level. In a wide-ranging interview with RugbyPass, the 20-year-old Capetonian opened up on his Bok...