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Sharks’ Steyn banned for tip-tackle

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

A SANZAR Appeals Committee has allowed an appeal against the verdict of a judicial hearing that cleared Francois Steyn of a lifting tackle.

Bulls to rest Matfield, Serfontein

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

The Bulls will finally bow down to the agreement of resting Springbok players ahead of their Highveld derby against the Lions.

Kaino commits to All Blacks

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

All Blacks loose forward Jerome Kaino has signed a new three-year contract with New Zealand Rugby.

Possession key for Lions

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Possession, possession, possession! That's what Lions boss Johan Ackermann is preaching ahead of Crusaders clash.

Desperate Sharks make four changes

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

The Sharks have recalled Jannie du Plessis and Tendai Mtawarira to their starting XV for their Super Rugby clash against the Cheetahs.

Kolbe is best at fullback - Fleck

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Cheslin Kolbe assured everybody that there is no need to worry about his health after suffering a few tasty hits against the Sharks.

Crusaders bring out the big guns

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

All Blacks Dan Carter , Kieran Read, Owen Franks and Sam Whitelock are all expected to return to the Crusaders team when they host the Lions.

Lions unchanged for Crusaders game

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Lions head coach Johan Ackermann named an unchanged team to face the Crusaders in Christchurch.

Sharks must step up

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Centre JP Pietersen insists there is no crisis at the Sharks despite their poor start to the Super Rugby season.

Wales unchanged for Ireland clash

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Wales coach Warren Gatland named an unchanged starting lineup to face unbeaten Ireland in the Six Nations in Cardiff.