Five takeaways from past weekend

What we learned from the Test in Wellington and round 15 of Super Rugby, according to CRAIG LEWIS.

Lions’ final flourish floored All Blacks

A committed performance in the final quarter, complemented by the positive impact of the bench, enabled the Lions to clinch a historic 24-21 win over the All Blacks, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Bulls overpower Sharks

Warrick Gelant scored a hat-trick of tries as the Bulls secured a comfortable 30-17 win over the Sharks in Durban on Friday night. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Preview: All Blacks vs Lions (2nd Test)

The battle at the breakdown is set to be decisive for the competitive nature of Saturday’s second Test between the All Blacks and British & Irish Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Willemse at 10 for Stormers

Damian Willemse will start at flyhalf in the Stormers' clash against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Bok-laden Lions to face Sunwolves

Jaco Kriel will lead a near full-strength Lions team against the Sunwolves in Johannesburg this Saturday.

Rohan nearing return for Lions

Springbok centre Rohan Janse van Rensburg has returned to training with the Lions after recovering from a knee operation.

Bosch back at 15 for Sharks

Curwin Bosch will start at fullback in the Sharks' clash against the Bulls in Durban this Friday.

Back-row poser for Lions, Boks

The injury absence of Warren Whiteley is set to present both the Lions and Springboks’ coaches with plenty to ponder over their best loose-forward combination, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Canes clinch dramatic draw

The Hurricanes overturned a 14-point deficit to snatch a thrilling 31-31 draw against the British & Irish Lions in Wellington on Tuesday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.