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'Rassie and Jacques, you got seduced by your own importance'
The much-anticipated first test between the British & Irish Lions and the Springboks end in a 22-17 win to the visitors, but not without controversy as the game had a number of big calls that altered the course of the match.
Sam Smith
24 Jul, 23:48
Lions roar into series lead with superb second half in Cape Town
The British and Irish Lions came from behind in a dominant second half to seize an early lead in their series against South Africa with a tense 22-17 victory at Cape Town Stadium.
PA
24 Jul, 14:41
Gatland 'pleased with the officials' despite De Klerk try
British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland has said that he is 'pleased with the officials' after the Lions secured victory over a Springbok side that eventually gassed out in Cape Town.
Sam Smith
24 Jul, 15:07
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We predict the Lions vs South Africa result for the 1st Test | Fanzone Lions Edition | RugbyPass
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TJ Perenara's All Blacks return, Rieko Ioane off the bench, and THAT Wallabies red card34:52This week’s panel of Ross Karl, Bryn Hall and James Parsons dissect the All Blacks’ second test win over Fiji, analyse Ian Foster’s Rugby Championship squad and discuss Marika Koroibete’s controversial red card against France.
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We predict the Lions vs South Africa result for the 1st Test | Fanzone Lions Edition | RugbyPass
Jim Hamilton, Laura-Jane Jones, Stephen Ferris, Jamie Roberts & Andy Goode give all their predictions and head-to-heads for the first Lions test between the Lions and South Africa.
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Lions will be too much for undercooked Springboks - Andy Goode
Warren Gatland has sprung a host of surprises in his team selection but the Lions will be too much for an undercooked Springboks.
Andy Goode
24 Jul, 5:41
Seven rugby sevens stars to watch out for at 2020 Tokyo Olympics
In anticipation of rugby's return to the Olympics, we have identified seven sevens stars to watch out for as rugby take centre sta…
Alex McLeod
24 Jul, 1:31
The All Blacks selection that's hardest to wrap your head around
Ahead of Ian Foster unveiling the latest All Blacks squad of the year to contest the Bledisloe Cup and Rugby Championship, it was …
Tom Vinicombe
21 Jul, 20:06
Ben Kay: Time for Gatland to roll the dice
The Stormers game was a definite drop in intensity from the South Africa A game and that won’t have been easy for the players, b…
Ben Kay
20 Jul, 7:07
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'Rassie and Jacques, you got seduced by your own importance'
The much-anticipated first test between the British & Irish Lions and the Springboks end in a 22-17 win to the visitors, but not without controversy as the game had a number of big calls that altered the course of the match.
Sam Smith
24 Jul, 23:48
How Harlequins think history will treat their Paul Gustard era
It's an intriguing question: how do Harlequins now reflect on the Paul Gustard era given they won the Premiership with essentially his team?
Liam Heagney
13 Jul, 7:19
Harry Mallinder leaves Northampton Saints
Northampton Saints have confirmed that Harry Mallinder will be leaving the club ahead of the new season 'to pursue a playing oppor…
Sam Smith
22 Jul, 11:12
Wasps add son of former England coach in major coaching overhaul
Wasps have confirmed the signing of Ed Robinson as their new skills coaching, who has been serving as England’s Interim Skills C…
Kim Ekin
16 Jul, 11:18
Stuart Lancaster's son signs for Leicester Tigers
Leicester Tigers have confirmed the signing of Stuart Lancaster's son, Dan Lancaster from Leeds Tykes.
Sam Smith
15 Jul, 12:01
Coventry sign three players on loan as Gloucester sign second row
Greene King Championship side Coventry Rugby have signed a trio of players from the Gallagher Premiership and the PRO14, while Glo…
Kim Ekin
14 Jul, 11:23
South African franchise snaps up Noel McNamara, the Ireland age-grade Grand Slam coach
Successful age-grade coach Noel McNamara has just secured a huge promotion, moving from Ireland to the Sharks in South Africa.
Kim Ekin
23 Jun, 8:35
Mike Blair appointed new head coach of Edinburgh
Scotland Assistant Coach Mike Blair has been confirmed as the new Edinburgh head coach following the departure of Richard Cockeril…
Kim Ekin
23 Jul, 8:29
North Harbour recruit former All Blacks trainee, lose capped flanker
North Harbour will likely be without one of their star players for the length of the upcoming NPC season - but they've brought in …
Tom Vinicombe
22 Jul, 18:49
Lions tighthead Zander Fagerson signs Glasgow contract extension
Lions prop Zander Fagerson has pledged his future to Glasgow, putting pen to paper on a long-term contract extension with the Scot…
Sam Smith
20 Jul, 7:00
Dragons snap up Fiji prop fresh from All Blacks Tests
Dragons have announced the signing of Fiji tighthead Mesake Doge from Top 14 outfit Brive.
Sam Smith
19 Jul, 12:52
Mike Blair appointed new head coach of Edinburgh
Scotland Assistant Coach Mike Blair has been confirmed as the new Edinburgh head coach following the departure of Richard Cockerill.
Kim Ekin
23 Jul, 8:29
North Harbour recruit former All Blacks trainee, lose capped flanker
North Harbour will likely be without one of their star players for the length of the upcoming NPC season - but they've brought in …
Tom Vinicombe
22 Jul, 18:49
Lions tighthead Zander Fagerson signs Glasgow contract extension
Lions prop Zander Fagerson has pledged his future to Glasgow, putting pen to paper on a long-term contract extension with the Scot…
Sam Smith
20 Jul, 7:00
Dragons snap up Fiji prop fresh from All Blacks Tests
Dragons have announced the signing of Fiji tighthead Mesake Doge from Top 14 outfit Brive.
Sam Smith
19 Jul, 12:52
Richard Cockerill leaves Edinburgh by mutual consent
Edinburgh Rugby head coach Richard Cockerill has left the club by mutual consent to allow him to pursue other opportunities.
Sam Smith
19 Jul, 6:11
Former Waratah returns from Japan as Coleman ups recruitment drive
After a winless 2021 Super Rugby campaign, Waratahs head coach Darren Coleman has made changes to his squad ahead of the 2022 season. Alongside the re-commitment of three players to the side next season, Jed Holloway has resigned with the franchise.
AAP
21 Jul, 22:43
How the NZ Super Rugby sides have helped Wallabies for France tests
The Wallabies feel a recent taste of New Zealand rugby has set them up well for the test series against France, which opens next W…
AAP
01 Jul, 20:12
Waratahs reveal fulltime replacement for ousted Rob Penney
After a torrid 2021, incoming NSW Waratahs Head Coach Darren Coleman is aiming to revitalise a team that went without a win all se…
AAP
30 Jun, 22:44
Chiefs lock in duo with 'bright futures'
Two of the Chiefs top performing youngsters in 2021 have extended their contracts with the club. Naitoa Ah Kuoi and Samipeni Finau…
Online Editors
29 Jun, 18:20
Hurricanes confirm signing of Blues flanker Blake Gibson
Experienced loose forward Blake Gibson is heading to the capital after signing with the Hurricanes for the 2022 Super Rugby season…
Online Editors
23 Jun, 22:11
Columnists
The three Lions bolters leading charge for a Test spot
Cowan-Dickie, Price and van der Merwe all shone for the British and Irish Lions against the Stormers but was it enough to secure a…
Alex Shaw
18 Jul, 4:22
Now we will find out if SA Rugby has tempted fate
Whatever was discussed behind closed doors, we now have the situation the SARU wanted, yet at every turn it is unravelling and the…
Ben Smith
18 Jul, 22:14
The Boks hostility the Lions have their South African ready for
Saturday will be a rare sort of homecoming for Duhan van der Merwe, the South African who will be wearing a Lions Test shirt.
Liam Heagney
21 Jul, 12:38
Springboks sealed their own fate with questionable use of bench
Hindsight is a wonderful thing but the Springboks' uninspired final quarter in their 22-17 loss to the British and Irish Lions sho…
Tom Vinicombe
25 Jul, 1:00
