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Sharks over Lions loss, up for Jaguares

7 years ago by iol.co.za

“For one thing there is the carrot of having a bye next week and the guys will enjoy it a heck of a lot more after a win.”

Tuks to host Maties in Varsity Cup final

7 years ago by iol.co.za

Tuks will host Maties in the final of the Varsity Cup after both sides scored hard-fought victories in Monday's semi-finals.

Maties book their place in second successive Varsity Cup final

7 years ago by iol.co.za

Maties have secured their spot in yet another FNB Varsity Cup final after narrowly defeating UJ at Danie Craven Stadium on Monday evening.

Curwin Bosch is different to other SA flyhalves

7 years ago by iol.co.za

Curwin Bosch is a rare breed in South Africa and should earn a Springbok call-up if he continues to perform, writes Ashfak Mohamed.

Speculation rife that Rassie Erasmus is set for SA rugby return

7 years ago by iol.co.za

Munster director of rugby Rassie Erasmus looks set to utilise an exit clause in his contract and take up a senior position with the Springboks.

Stormers will "back their attack" in order to beat the Chiefs

7 years ago by iol.co.za

Stormers coach Robbie Fleck says his side will put faith in their attacking tactics in Saturday's crucial match against the Chiefs at Newlands.

'Super Rugby uncertainty affecting Force players'

7 years ago by iol.co.za

Speculation that Western Force may be competing in their last season of Super Rugby is starting to affect players, says Dane Haylett-Petty.

Sonny Bill poised for Blues action, sooner than later

7 years ago by iol.co.za

All Blacks superstar Sonny Bill Williams is set to make his highly-anticipated return to frontline action for the Blues in the coming weeks.

Some magic moments at Newlands from SP, EW and captain Siya

7 years ago by iol.co.za

Independent Media rugby writer Wynona Louw rates the Stormers players after they destroyed the Cheetahs at Newlands.

Sin-bin costly for Sharks

7 years ago by iol.co.za

An angry Robert du Preez has questioned the legitimacy of Etienne Oosthuizen’s sin-binning, saying its cost his side significantly.