Simon Borchardt

What we’ve learned

Five lessons from the first round of the Rugby Championship, according to SIMON BORCHARDT.

Lions lash Kings

The Golden Lions scored nine tries to thrash the EP Kings 60-19 at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Cheetahs bounce back

The Free State Cheetahs claimed a 34-27 bonus-point win against Griquas in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Goosen makes early impact

Johan Goosen kicked a 55m drop goal during his Top 14 debut for Racing Métro against Montpellier on Saturday.

Toulon make winning start

Matt Giteau kicked 16 points as Toulon got the defence of their Top 14 title underway in style with a 29-15 win at Bayonne.