Gearing up for the unofficial "fourth test"
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn what is being not unfairly termed an unofficial “fourth test”, South Africa ‘A’ take the pitch to meet the British & Irish Lions in Cape Town this (Wednesday) evening. Rassie...
PREVIEW: Lions in roaring form and relishing South Africa A challenge
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCoronavirus cases in the South Africa camp have left the Springboks short of match practice, with a strong A side named against the Lions. The British and Irish Lions expect to see their seven-match...
Rassie Erasmus pushes for a second South Africa 'A' clash
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySA Rugby’s Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus is pushing for the British and Irish Lions' clash with the Stormers to be called off and replaced with a second clash against South Africa 'A'. Erasmus,...
Lukhanyo Am to lead strong SA 'A' team to face B&I Lions
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok coach Jacques Nienaber named 18 Rugby World Cup winners in a strong South Africa ‘A’ team captained by Lukhanyo Am for their clash with the British & Irish Lions in a Castle Lager...
Reader's Outside Centre of the Year
4 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAs the year draws to a close we take a look back at the year that was and have nominated four players from each position for your team of the year. We have included players based on their club...
Watch: Lukhanyo Am's try that effectively ended the Stormers season
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Sharks secured their place in the Super Rugby play-offs with a last-gasp turnaround in Saturday's 12-9 win away to the Stormers, who missed out on a top-eight finish in heartbreaking fashion. Incredible...
Shocking omissions from SA & NZ 2017 Awards
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe international and domestic seasons have come to an end in the Southern Hempshire. Therefore it is that time of year where the nominees are announced by the national Unions for their end of year...
Sharks blow as Jeremy Ward ruled out for season
7 years ago by Sharks RugbyThe Sharks have been dealt a blow with the news that centre Jeremy Ward has been ruled out for the remainder of the year. Coach Robert du Preez confirmed the news on Saturday...
Lionel Mapoe replaces injured Lukhanyo Am
7 years ago by South African RugbyLukhanyo Am, Sharks centre, sustained a cheekbone fracture on Saturdayagainst the Stormers and will undergo surgery in the coming week, ruling him out of action for the Springboks’ Incoming Test...
Springboks confirm squad for June Internationals
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springbok have named their squad for the Incoming Series against France, which includes eight uncapped players. Of the eight uncapped players in the squad, six are backs and two play...