The Springboks triumphed over the British & Irish Lions 2-1 in a closely-fought series. Will a composite team reflect this parity?
Countries
Secret Ref: Referees can card physios and water carriers
Secret Ref: Referees can card physios and water carriers EVERY NOW and again, incidents arise in a match that aren’t part of a referee’s ‘run of the mill’ challenges. Ever-increasing…
Lions Tour 2021: The Final Talking Points
Jon Cardinelli reflects on an unprecedented series in South Africa
Will the Lions tour Australia in 2025?
Will the Lions tour Australia in 2025? It is now a recognised pattern for every 12 years of a British & Irish Lions cycle – play in Australia, then four…
South Africa pip Lions 19-16 to win the series
Morne Steyn's late kick brings heartache for the tourists all over again
The making of Ben and Tom Curry
David Curry, coach and father, on the rise of his talented sons
South Africa v Lions live stream: How to watch the third Test
It's the deciding Test between the British & Irish tourists and the world champions
How tough is it for a Test prop to play loosehead and tighthead?
How tough is it for a Test prop to play loosehead and tighthead? “Back in the day I tried to play tighthead and it didn’t go too well!” jokes former…
Analysed: South Africa’s set-piece dominance
Analysed: South Africa’s set-piece dominance The second half of Saturday’s second Test was ugly viewing for British & Irish Lions fans. The first 240 minutes of rugby in the Test…
Who is Cobus Reinach: Ten things you should know about the Springbok scrum-half
From holidays to hat-tricks, get to know the South Africa No 9