Lions weigh lock switch for returning Bok

The Lions could unleash a Springbok loose forward in an unfamiliar role when they host the Sharks at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Pead relishes Krappie rivalry

Haashim Pead believes scrumhalf competition at the Lions will bring out the best in him.

Koch: Scrum battle will be decisive

Vincent Koch expects the scrum to play a defining role when the Sharks face the Lions in Saturday’s Vodacom URC derby at Ellis Park.

Pollock handed first England start

Coach Steve Borthwick has made three changes for England’s Six Nations match against Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday.

Koch: Lions-Sharks a top-eight shootout

Sharks prop Vincent Koch says Saturday’s Vodacom URC match against the Lions at Ellis Park could determine which side reaches the playoffs.

Broken leg sidelines key Scotland forward

A key Scotland loose forward has been ruled out for the remainder of the Six Nations.

Eddie: NZ rugby not smelling good

Eddie Jones has compared New Zealand rugby’s current turmoil to Manchester United after the departure of Alex Ferguson.

Woodward: Time to unleash Pollock

Clive Woodward has urged England coach Steve Borthwick to start flank Henry Pollock against Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday and pick a No 10 who can get the attack firing.

Scots rocked by triple injury blow

Scotland’s preparations for their Six Nations trip to Cardiff have been hampered by injuries to three key players.

Sharks land attack coach

The Sharks have filled the vacant attack coach role under head coach JP Pietersen.