South Africa A

Smith turns Gatland's head with starring role for Lions as Springboks series looms

Marcus Smith played himself into contention to start the first Test against South Africa after a debut for the British and Irish Lions that delighted Warren Gatland.   Coach Gatland also expressed...

Stormers vs B&I Lions aftermath: what the experts say

After their loss to South Africa A on Wednesday evening, the British & Irish Lions picked themselves up and put the Stormers to the sword, 49-3, in Cape Town in their last match before the much-anticipated...

Jones back as Gatland's men deliver seven-try show

Warren Gatland was given plenty to consider after an impressive Lions display as the tourists dismantled the Stormers in Cape Town.   Alun Wyn Jones returned to British and Irish Lions action in...

Post Match Press Conference: South African A v Bulls

Watch: Cobus Reinach sets up Aphelele Fassi for the first try against the Bulls

Cobus Reinach snipes and is able to get the ball away to Aphelele Fassi to score the first South Africa A try against the Bulls.   💨 @c_reinach ➡️ @onke_fassi pic.twitter.com/hbbZfyUOFH —...

PREVIEW: Gatland looks for Lions to stake Test claims in Stormers clash

Warren Gatland will sit down with his coaching team in the days after the Stormers clash to formulate a team to tackle the Springboks.   The British and Irish Lions will aim to protect a proud record...

Rassie Erasmus highlights two Farrell tackles after Gatland criticised the officiated on Faf de Klerk's yellow card

SA Rugby Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus has hit back at Warren Gatland after the British and Irish Lions' coach called for 'clarity' and 'complete consistency’.   Lions head coach Warren...

Rassie Erasmus provides an update on Pieter-Steph du Toit and the Springboks injury concerns

SA Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has provided positive news concerning the fitness of star looseforward Pieter-Steph du Toit.   The 2019 World Rugby Player of the Year will recover...

HIGHLIGHTS: South Africa A v British & Irish Lions

Habana: Alun Wyn Jones is 'monumental' for the Lions

The British and Irish Lions have been lifted by the return of Alun Wyn Jones, who Bryan Habana believes is one of rugby's inspiring figures.     Alun Wyn Jones is "monumental" for the British...