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Stormers' pack a 'huge challenge' for the Cheetahs

9 years ago by iol.co.za

Cheetahs coach Franco Smith says the Stormers line-out and "big pack of forwards" will be a huge challenge in Saturday's clash at Newlands.

Blues cash in on yellow to down Force

9 years ago by iol.co.za

A yellow card proved costly for the Western force as the Auckland Blues rallied to win their Super Rugby encounter at Eden Park on Saturday.

Home comforts won't stop rampant Sharks

9 years ago by iol.co.za

Fortress Ellis Park, the Bastion of Emirates Airline Park, the Lions Den, whatever you call it, it all smacks of complacency, writes Darryn Pollock.

Debut for Davids as Agaba makes Blitzboks return

9 years ago by iol.co.za

Olympic bronze medallist Tim Agaba makes a welcome return to the Blitzboks team for the Hong Kong Sevens, while Selvyn Davids will make his debut.

It's Elton v Curwin inbattle of the No 10s

9 years ago by iol.co.za

Remember when Elton Jantjies burst on to the scene? Fast forward a few years and there is another 19-year-old who is the talk of the town.

It's Elton v Curwin in battle of the No 10s

9 years ago by iol.co.za

Remember when Elton Jantjies burst on to the scene? Fast forward a few years and there is another 19-year-old who is the talk of the town.

Lions to out-gun, out-run and out-number ...

9 years ago by Cape Argus - Stormers

The Sharks will run out of breath on the highveld against the Lions and head back to Durban wondering what happened. writes Jacques van der Westhuyzen.

Sharks will have to be at their best to beat the Lions

9 years ago by iol.co.za

The Sharks will need to raise the bar in order to beat the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes Darryn Pollock.

Highlanders put Rebels to the sword

9 years ago by Cape Argus - Stormers

The Otago Highlanders cruised to a bonus point win over the Melbourne Rebels on Friday, heaping further pressure on the beleaguered Australian franchise.

Ackermann to decide his future this weekend

9 years ago by iol.co.za

Lions head coach Johan Ackermann is expected to confirm his move to Gloucester in England by Monday.