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‘Newlands not used as debt security’

Western Province Rugby Football Union president Thelo Wakefield has denied reports that Newlands Stadium was put up as ‘security’ for the union’s outstanding debts in the region of R44-million.

Highlanders’ win hands Sharks a lifeline

The Highlanders overturned a 14-point deficit to defeat the Rebels 43-37 in Dunedin on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Lance, Reds bow out on a high

The Reds concluded their season with a convincing 48-27 victory against a 14-man Sunwolves in Brisbane on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Free State down Bulls at Academy Week

Free State registered a 29-18 victory against the Blue Bulls on day four of the U18 Academy Week in Paarl on Thursday.

Cronjé: Lions yet to peak

Scrumhalf Ross Cronjé believes a victory over the Bulls on Saturday will give the Lions much-needed momentum in the lead-up to the Super Rugby playoffs. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Bulls sweat over Pollard

Bulls stand-in captain Handré Pollard is the latest addition to their injury list after hurting his back in the 43-34 win over the Jaguares at Loftus on Saturday.

Wales unveil Gatland’s replacement

New Zealander Wayne Pivac will take over from Warren Gatland as Wales head coach at the conclusion of the 2019 World Cup.

Griquas to face Pumas in final

George Whitehead kicked 12 points as Griquas claimed a 27-14 win over the Free State XV in the Provincial Rugby Challenge semi-final in Kimberley on Saturday.