Craig Lewis

All hail the Lion king Ackers

Whatever the outcome of Saturday’s Super Rugby final, it should still serve as an occasion to celebrate the enduring influence of Johan Ackermann, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Clinical Saders crush Chiefs

The Crusaders produced a clinical all-round performance to power their way to a 27-13 win over the Chiefs in Saturday’s semi-final in Christchurch. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Cape Town Sevens tickets sold out

All entry tickets for both days of the 2017 Cape Town Sevens were sold out in less than two hours on Friday.

Five stars to watch

CRAIG LEWIS picks five players who could be key to the outcome of Saturday’s semi-final between the Lions and Hurricanes at Ellis Park.

Preview: Crusaders vs Chiefs

The Crusaders have the power game to nullify the Chiefs’ attacking strengths in Saturday’s semi-final in Christchurch, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Senatla to wing it for WP

SP Marais and Seabelo Senatla will start for Western Province in Sunday's Currie Cup clash against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein.

ARU will cut one team

Australian Rugby Union chief executive Bill Pulver says they remain committed to the plan of cutting one team from Super Rugby next season.