crusaders

Saders to play for omitted Crockett

Coach Scott Robertson says the Crusaders are motivated to provide retiring stalwart Wyatt Crockett with a memorable send-off in Saturday’s final against the Lions.

Skosan, Brink start for Lions

Swys de Bruin has made two changes to the Lions starting side ahead of the Super Rugby final against the Crusaders in Christchurch.

Crusaders back Bedwell-Curtis

Heiden Bedwell-Curtis will start at blindside flank in the only change to the Crusaders’ starting XV for Saturday’s Super Rugby final against the Lions in Christchurch.

Three game-defining areas for Lions

CRAIG LEWIS looks at three key areas for the Lions to focus on in order to stand any chance of causing an upset in Saturday’s final against the Crusaders in Christchurch.

Hansen: Crusaders will have to earn win

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says there is no guarantee the Crusaders will beat the Lions in the Super Rugby final in Christchurch on Saturday.

Lions out to ‘enjoy themselves’

Elton Jantjies will be aiming to embrace his decision-making responsibilities in the final against the Crusaders in Christchurch, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Five key battles in Christchurch

JON CARDINELLI looks at the players and battles that will shape the outcome of the Super Rugby final between the Crusaders and Lions in Christchurch.

‘Crusaders get away with a lot’

Lions coach Swys de Bruin plans to meet with the match officials ahead of Saturday’s final against the Crusaders to ensure they get a ‘fair deal’.

‘Another opportunity up for grabs’

Kwagga Smith, who received a red card in last year’s final against the Crusaders, insists that Saturday’s title decider is not about personal redemption. CRAIG LEWIS reports.