Lions in ‘high spirits’ 

Lions coach Swys de Bruin says the presence of influential fit-again Springboks such as Warren Whiteley and Malcolm Marx has helped strengthen the ‘spine’ of the team, writes CRAIG LEWIS.  

Stop over-sanitising the game

The desire of officials to prioritise player safety should be commended, but it should not come at the expense of common sense, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

SA Team of the Week (Round 19)

CRAIG LEWIS picks a South African XV based on performances in round 19 of Super Rugby.

Five takeaways from past weekend

What we learned from the latest round of Super Rugby, according to CRAIG LEWIS.

Sharks book playoff place

The Sharks claimed a comfortable 20-10 win over the Jaguares in Durban to claim the final wildcard playoff place on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Super Rugby preview (Round 19, Part 2)

CRAIG LEWIS looks ahead to the final three matches of round 19, including the crucial clashes involving the Bulls, Lions and Sharks.

Bosch aiming for improvement

Curwin Bosch has learned a lot in a season where he hasn’t been entirely happy with his personal form, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

‘Sharks need momentum to perform’

Young fullback Curwin Bosch says the Sharks are determined to demonstrate what they are capable of in Saturday’s clash against the Jaguares, writes CRAIG LEWIS. 

Ashwin: I have reached out to Nick, Naas

Ashwin Willemse insists his SuperSport studio walk-off was based on the belief that the incident involving Nick Mallett and Naas Botha was rooted in racism.

Silver lining to Super Rugby struggles

The Lions’ progression as possibly the only South African side to qualify for the Super Rugby playoffs could be a blessing in disguise for the Boks, writes CRAIG LEWIS.