Reece lightning stuns Lions
Crusaders wing Sevu Reece

Reece lightning stuns Lions

Sevu Reece was at the heart of a brutal physical performance in the Crusaders’  36-10 win over the Lions in Christchurch on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports. (more…)

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All Blacks trio to miss Lions clash
Scott Barrett won't feature against the Lions

All Blacks trio to miss Lions clash

Scott Barrett, Matt Todd and Owen Franks will not be available for the Crusaders’ match against the Lions in Christchurch on Friday. (more…)

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Skosan heads home, Lions reshuffle
Courtnall Skosan

Skosan heads home, Lions reshuffle

Courtnall Skosan has withdrawn from the Lions team set to face the Chiefs in Hamilton, and will return to South Africa to be with his gravely ill father. (more…)

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Whiteley back for Lions
Warren Whiteley

Whiteley back for Lions

Warren Whiteley will make his comeback from injury in one of nine changes to the Lions starting lineup to face the Chiefs in Hamilton on Friday. (more…)

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Litmus test awaits Lions on tour
Dejected Lions

Litmus test awaits Lions on tour

The Lions are set for a true examination of their character on a challenging tour to Australasia that could make or break their campaign, writes CRAIG LEWIS. (more…)

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Kwagga boost for Lions
Lions flank Kwagga Smith

Kwagga boost for Lions

Kwagga Smith has recovered from injury to be named in the Lions’ 26-man touring squad to Australasia. (more…)

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Sharks end Ellis Park drought
Sharks prop Beast Mtawarira

Sharks end Ellis Park drought

Makazole Mapimpi scored a brace as the Sharks claimed a 42-5 bonus-point win and scored their first victory at Ellis Park since 2014. JON CARDINELLI reports. (more…)

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