British & Irish Lions

The Springbok back row in Siya Kolisi's absence

The Springboks could be without influential captain Siya Kolisi in the open test match against the British and Irish Lions on Saturday.   Kolisi is one of several players who have been stuck...

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Pollard: Boks’ game plan is the most beautiful thing in the world

Springboks flyhalf Handre Pollard has described the Springbok game plan as 'the most beautiful thing in the world'.    Speaking to the media on Monday, Pollard came out to bat for the Springboks'...

Handre Pollard in line for his 50th test cap

The opening test between the Springboks and British & Irish Lions could be a particularly special occasion for Handre Pollard.   The 27-year-old pivot is set to earn his 50th Test cap in...

"He is a brilliant player" - Ali Price keen to face Faf de Klerk

Ali Price is excited by the challenge of potentially facing Faf de Klerk in the upcoming Test series.   "He is a brilliant player," said Price.   "I would describe him as very busy. He’s...

"I've done what I could have done" - Luke Cowan-Dickie hopes for Lions Test role

British and Irish Lions hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie believes he has done everything within his power to claim a spot in the match 23 for the tests against South Africa.   Cowan-Dickie shone brightest...

Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones 'fit and raring to go' for first Test – Tandy

Alun Wyn Jones returned to action just three weeks after dislocating his shoulder and is now in line to start against South Africa.     British and Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones is...

MasterPlan | The battle of the box kick will be crucial in Springboks vs British & Irish Lions

MasterPlan | Is the Springboks counter attack their best bet against the British & Irish Lions?

MasterPlan | Who will start for the Springboks and British & Irish Lions in the first test?