Watch: Ex-British & Irish Lions reflect on ‘ferocious’ 2009 tour
In episode three of the ‘Spirit of Rugby’ podcast, several former British & Irish Lions talk about why the 2009 tour of South Africa was the most physical they’d been involved in.
NZ Rugby offered third sale option
New Zealand Rugby is being urged to consider a third available option before it signs away a stake of its commercial rights to US private-equity firm Silver Lake.
Rewind: On this day in 1995
On this day 26 years ago, the third edition of the Rugby World Cup kicked off in South Africa with the Springboks claiming a shock 27-18 win over defending champions Australia at Newlands.
Five star players NOT on British & Irish Lions standby list
There were a few shock omissions from Warren Gatland’s reported list of players who have been put on standby for the British & Irish Lions.
Eddie’s two-word text to England outcast revealed
Sam Simmonds says Eddie Jones has congratulated him on his inclusion in the British & Irish Lions squad despite being overlooked by the coach for the England squad.
McCaw’s choice for All Blacks captaincy
Legendary former skipper Richie McCaw has revealed who he believes the right man is to lead the All Blacks in the 2021 international campaign.
Habana gesture leaves P Div speechless
Former Springbok boss Peter de Villiers has revealed the valuable piece of memorabilia he received from Bryan Habana that left him ‘humbled’.
Cheetahs urge SA Rugby to stick with congested Currie Cup
The Cheetahs were at loggerheads with the Bulls and Sharks at SA Rugby’s annual general meeting last week regarding the Currie Cup format.
Boks’ Rugby Champs return confirmed
The Springboks will make their return to the Rugby Championship with two home Tests before embarking on a four-match tour of Australasia, according to the 2021 tournament schedule.
Star wing in doubt for All Blacks’ Test campaign
Crusaders wing George Bridge has been ruled out for the remainder of the Trans-Tasman competition and is at risk of missing the All Blacks’ Test season due to injury.
