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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Sharks buck finishing trend
Sharks centre Lukhanyo Am scores

Sharks buck finishing trend

The Sharks produced an atypical South African performance when they converted physical and territorial dominance into points at Ellis Park, writes JON CARDINELLI.
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Stormers seeking strong tour finish
The Stormers celebrate a try

Stormers seeking strong tour finish

Stormers assistant coach Paul Feeney says squad morale remains high ahead of their final tour match against the Rebels on Friday. DYLAN JACK reports. (more…)

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Late Jaguares surge sinks Bulls
Pablo Matera scores

Late Jaguares surge sinks Bulls

Domingo Miotti scored two late tries as the Jaguares snatched a 22-20 win over the Vodacom Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
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Blues hold off Waratahs
Caleb Clarke scores

Blues hold off Waratahs

The Blues’ revival continued with a 32-29 win against the Waratahs in Auckland on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports. (more…)

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Crusaders backlash buries Brumbies
The Crusaders celebrate

Crusaders backlash buries Brumbies

Sevu Reece and Will Jordan scored two tries apiece as the Crusaders claimed a 36-14 bonus-point win against the Brumbies in Christchurch on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports. (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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Reds down reckless Stormers
Reds centre Samu Kerevi

Reds down reckless Stormers

Poor discipline and handling cost the Stormers dearly in their 24-12 loss to the Reds in Brisbane on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports. (more…)

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