No shame in Lions defeat
The Sharks celebrate an away win over the Crusaders in 2014

No shame in Lions defeat

The Lions’ heavy defeat to the Crusaders in the Super Rugby final indirectly added further perspective to the Sharks’ historic 2014 win in Christchurch, writes CRAIG LEWIS. (more…)

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Crusaders claim ninth Super Rugby title
Seta Tamanivalu celebrates scoring the first try of the final

Crusaders claim ninth Super Rugby title

The Crusaders produced a brutal defensive display to claim a 37-18 win over the Lions in a memorable final in Christchurch on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports. (more…)

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Three game-defining areas for Lions
Ryan Crotty is tackled by Ruan Dreyer

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. (more…)

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Smith: Another opportunity up for grabs
Kwagga Smith collides with David Havili

Smith: 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 LEWISreports. (more…)

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