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Watch VideoLions face Benetton in a must-win match for URC playoff hopes

Missing key players, the Jozi side gears up for a pivotal United Rugby Championship clash against Benetton at Ellis Park, aiming for a crucial five points to bolster their playoff aspirations

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoPODCAST | Lions face crucial match as South African teams vie for favourable URC knockout spots

The United Rugby Championship returns and for the Lions it is make-or-break in Johannesburg as the Sharks, Bulls and Stormers continue to fight for the top spots.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Ruan Venter warns Lions to brace for fast-paced Benetton in Ellis Park URC clash

With playoff hopes on the line, the Lions aim for a crucial win against Benetton at Ellis Park, seeking a bonus point to boost their chances in the URC.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoEllis Park Stadium tragedy: 43 lives lost and lessons still unlearned 24 years later

24 years after the Ellis Park Stadium disaster claimed 43 lives, survivors share their raw grief while South African football continues to grapple with the same corruption and safety failures that caused the tragedy. Recent violent disruptions at Champions League matches reveal how little has been learned from one of football's darkest days.

Sport Soccer
Lungelo Ngongoma|Published

Watch VideoRookie loose forward Jarod Cairns inspired by the Lions’ Springbok contingent

Rookie loose forward Jarod Cairns is determined to wear the Springbok jersey one day, but first, he aims to shine for the Lions in the United Rugby Championship and Challenge Cup.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoEdwill van der Merwe’s move to Sharks can be a Springbok springboard for the winger

It could be the key to unlocking his international potential ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoLions boosted by key player returns ahead of crucial overseas tour

They lost Bok scrumhalf Morne van den Berg through injury, but the timely return of outside centre Henco van Wyk and fullback Quan Horn brought good news for the side.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoRassie Erasmus sets the record straight about 'icon' Siya Kolisi and the Springboks' captaincy

Rassie Erasmus reaffirms his support for Siya Kolisi as captain of the Springboks, despite the challenges ahead as Kolisi approaches 34.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoGrant Williams the key to Sharks' redemption against the Lions

With the return of key players, Sharks coach John Plumtree faces tough decisions ahead of the derby against the Lions.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoOur URC SA XV: Lions and Stormers ignite URC race with victories over Sharks and Bulls

The Lions and Stormers delivered impressive victories in the United Rugby Championship, reigniting their playoff hopes and setting the stage for an exciting finish to the season.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoLions Coach Ivan van Rooyen praises team's game management in victory over Sharks

In a dominant display, the Lions secured a 38-14 win against the Sharks, with coach Ivan van Rooyen praising the team's work rate and game management

Sport Rugby URC
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: Fierce local URC derbies expected as Kitshoff calls time on stellar career

An electrifying Saturday of rugby is on the cards in Gauteng as the Bulls take on the Stormers and the Lions face the Sharks in crucial SA clashes.

Sport Rugby
Leighton Koopman|Published

Another masterstroke by Rassie Erasmus as Felix Jones returns to Springboks with Six Nations intel

Bringing back an experienced international coach like Felix Jones will only aid the Springboks as they aim for the three-peat at the next Rugby World Cup.

Sport Rugby Springboks
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoSpringboks set for long-awaited return to the Eastern Cape as 2025 Test venues announced

After a seven-year wait, Eastern Cape rugby fans will witness the World Champion Springboks in action as Rassie Erasmus's team returns to the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha for a crucial Test against Italy.

Sport Rugby Springboks
Lunga Biyela|Published

Empty seats cast shadow over Gauteng rugby as derbies fail to draw crowds

Can Gauteng's iconic stadiums reclaim their electric atmosphere during local derbies or will the blue seats at Loftus and red seats at Ellis Park remain empty?

Sport Rugby
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoSharks face tough decision on squad selection ahead of Lions clash

The Durban outfit must decide whether to maintain the winning squad or reintegrate key Springboks for the upcoming derby in Johannesburg

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoEllis Park crowd were a stunning disgrace in an otherwise brilliant year for Springboks

It’s not the first time it’s happened either, but it was still just as shameful as the Ellis Park crowd sang Ole Ole while New Zealand performed their sacred Maori war cry.

Sport Rugby Springboks
Michael Sherman|Published

WATCH: Take note Ellis Park crowd, how the French helped deliver the best performance ever of the haka

As the haka began, viewers were treated to an incredible extreme wide shot of the stadium. A spotlight on either team could be seen, as well as the blue, white and red of the French flag on the roof.

Sport Rugby
Michael Sherman|Published

Lions to stay true to their running identity

As the Lions gear up for their first away match in the URC, they want to balance their desire for running rugby with the need to adapt to differing conditions and injuries within the squad.

The Star Sport
Leighton Koopman|Published

Stormers grind out hard-fought victory over Zebre in SA clean sweep in URC

It what was tightly-contested United Rugby Championship affair for over three quarters of the clash, the Stormers held their hosts scoreless while racking up the points.

Sport Rugby URC
Michael Sherman|Published

Sharks score stunning URC comeback win over Dragons

The match-winning try was scored by Sharks hooker Fez Mbatha more than five minutes after the hooter as the Dragons were heading for a 30-26 victory in their United Rugby Championship clash.

Sport Rugby URC
Michael Sherman|Published

Lions produce thumping first half display to smash Edinburgh in United Rugby Championship

The Lions were two short of putting 50 unanswered points past Edinburgh in as dominant a first half display that the few fans gathered in Johannesburg could wish to see.

Sport Rugby URC
Michael Sherman|Published

WATCH: Springboks’ Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu gets back on the horse after successful knee surgery

Springboks playmaker Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu posted a video on Instagram this week of him getting back on the horse following a knee injury.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

‘Pretty gutted’ Mziwakhe Nkosi bemoans Lions’ Currie Cup final heartbreak

The Lions had no explanation for the rolling maul that cost them the trophy in Saturday’s Currie Cup final against the Sharks at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.

The Star Sport
Leighton Koopman|Published

Sharks hero Jordan Hendrikse dedicates Currie Cup final win to late father

Jordan Hendrikse, who made his Springboks debut against Wales earlier this year, moved down from the Lions to the Sharks earlier this year to join his brother, Jaden.

Sport Rugby Currie Cup
John Goliath|Published