Super Rugby 20.6.2019 02:06 pm
Bulls’ excitement at Jesse’s return needs a dose of reality
The Springbok is undoubtedly a class act and valuable for Saturday’s semi, but he faces challenges on two fronts.
While there’s nothing wrong with raving about the return of Jesse Kriel to the Bulls’ starting line-up for Saturday’s Super Rugby quarterfinal against the Hurricanes in Wellington, there needs to be perspective on the matter.
Super Rugby Brilliant Bulls secure playoff with rousing Lions win
Pote Human’s troops mixed power with precision as they score seven tries against a chastened opposition defence.
Super Rugby Classy Am leads Sharks’ smash-and-grab at Newlands
But the Durbanites and Stormers will reflect on a derby that was quite appalling at times.
Super Rugby Is this the last time we see Pollie against Elton?
Rassie Erasmus has embraced them as a combo at international level, but it’s a different matter in Super Rugby.
Super Rugby The sweet and sour of Malcolm Marx’s new contract
Lions coach Swys de Bruin admits nothing will be simple again when it comes to contracting in South African rugby.
Super Rugby Irony abounds as weary Sharks travel to Newlands
They’ve been forced to pick a flyhalf many of their supporters don’t want to see again in the jersey.
Super Rugby Lions told to be wary of Pollard
The Bulls’ pivot kicked the men from Ellis Park to pieces in their previous meeting this season.
Super Rugby I’m a finisher not a mathematician, says Dyantyi
That’s why the ace Lions winger isn’t preoccupied with Super Rugby playoff scenarios this weekend.
Super Rugby Bulls set for Lood boost against Lions?
Coach Pote Human certainly hasn’t ruled out the possibility of the Springbok lock making a quicker return than expected.
Super Rugby SA rugby’s seemingly hopeless lock crisis
The end of the current Super Rugby campaign leaves the local franchises’ stock in the position in a parlous state.
Super Rugby Super Rugby XV of the week: Introducing the new Schalk Burger…
Jaco Coetzee has tongues wagging as the Bulls show some grunt at the front and back.
Super Rugby Kwagga blow rocks limping Lions
As their playoff hopes fade, coach Swys de Bruin also laments a similar horror script against the ‘Canes as was the case in 2016.
Super Rugby Stormers bag an important victory but…
Robbie Fleck’s troops could rue missing out on a fairly easy bonus point.
Super Rugby Lions collapse despite Dyantyi heroics
John Plumtree’s Hurricanes show their pedigree after oozing class after the turnaround.
Rugby Revolutionary new system caps Super Rugby franchises’ wage bill
SA Rugby will no longer directly contract Springboks and a ‘commitment clause’ will see young players rewarded for longer-term commitment to South Africa.
today in print
