Morgan Bolton

Sports Editor: Independent Gauteng

Watch VideoFort Ellis key to the Lions’ revival against Pau

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The Lions will look to turn their fortunes around at Ellis Park as they face French club Pau in the EPCR Challenge Cup this afternoon.

Nohamba aims to reclaim form after award-winning season

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After winning multiple accolades last season, Sanele Nohamba shares his commitment to team success as the Lions gear up for their next challenge.

Legends unite in London as Boks prepare for showdown

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Rugby legends gather at a Fulham pub earlier this week to discuss the upcoming clash against England, sharing insights and excitement about the Springboks’ changes ...

Lions aim to unleash backline against Dragons

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Forward coach Barend Pieterse emphasises the importance of getting the ball to their dangerous outside backs, who have scored seven of the team's 13 tries so far ...

Lions roar as ruthless display stuns Edinburgh

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The Lions delivered a masterclass in rugby, overwhelming Edinburgh with seven unanswered tries in a ruthless first-half display. Edwill van der Merwe's triumphant ...

Coulthard brings a little bit of F1 to Kyalami

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Former F1 driver David Coulthard is in South Africa for the Red Bull Showrun, which will take place in Sandton on Sunday.

Lions clawed but survive Cheetahs’ attack

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The Lions will host the Currie Cup final after winning a frenetic semi-final against former defending champions, the Free State Cheetahs at Ellis PArk on Saturday. ...

Watch VideoLions ‘Currie’ favour with BMT selections

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Lions coach Mziwakhe Nkosi has reintroduced some big-name players for their Currie Cup semi-final clash against the Free State Cheetahs at Ellis Park today.

Watch VideoNo quarter to be given in half-back battle

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Despite the undoubtedly prodigious talents of the flyhalves, the interrogation of Feinberg-Mngomezulu and McKenzie at No 10 will continue.

Watch VideoVan der Merwe ready to switch allegiances one game at a time

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Edwill van der Merwe’s injury might have slowed down his trajectory at the moment, but the Springbok wing can’t wait to get another taste of Test rugby.

Nortje’s opportunity to define his Bok career

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Ruan Nortje is the player with the most to gain during the tour Down Under. Initially left out of the squad, the 26-year-old has been circling the fringe of Bok ...

Bulls and Cheetahs draw battle lines

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The Free State Cheetahs and Bulls shared the spoils in a cracking Currie Cup encounter in Bloemfontein last night.

Watch VideoBok Venter ready to apply his experience

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For Ruan Venter, stepping onto the pitch of the Free State Stadium was not only about becoming a Springbok, but also about being true to himself and his family, ...

The Zombie apocalypse finally comes for Irish

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South Africans, from Cape Town to Polokwane and everything betwixt and beyond, have co-opted the song, adding their own spin on it, chanting Rassie, Rassie, Rassie, ...

Alexander challenges corporate SA on women’s rugby

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Alexander wants South Africans to turn their attention to the Springbok Women to help elevate them to new heights.

Boks won’t stray far from DNA, says O’Mahony

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Ireland captain Peter O’Mahony is expecting a few curve balls from the Springboks at Loftus Versfeld today, but believes the hosts’ game plan will be built on the ...

Roos with a chance to own Bok No 8 spot

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THE retirement of Duane Vermeulen from playing rugby will still be keenly felt this season when the Springboks kick off their international season this weekend. ...

IPL enough to get Proteas going at T20 World Cup, says Graeme Smith

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The T20 World Cup opening fixture is next week Sunday, when the US face Canada, with the Proteas kicking off their search for elusive ICC silverware a day later ...

Frustrated Mauricio Pochettino deserved at least another season at Chelsea

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Walking the Chelsea tightrope, flanked by dismal failure and mortifying performances, it seemed the only sane mind – the only adult in the room, because he probably ...

Watch VideoC’mon Rassie, give Edwill a run

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Edwill van der Merwe has been consistently one of the best players for the Lions and should be given a chance in Springbok colours to see what he can achieve at ...

14-man Lions the warriors as they crush Glasgow

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The Lions live another day in the United Rugby Championship with a brilliants victory over Glasgow Warriors on Saturday at Ellis Park

Lions’ Lombard must just be Gianni against URC leaders Glasgow

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The Lions’ Gianni Lombard has endured tough injury setbacks, but that won’t stop him from believing in himself as he prepares with the Joburgers to topple the Glasgow ...

Lions must unleash the ‘Fourie’ on URC log leaders Glasgow Warriors

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The Lions need to collect as many points as possible as the United Rugby Championship season comes to a conclusion. To do so, they will first have to overcome log ...

Watch VideoBinder’s battles continue despite Le Mans recovery

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Brad Binder’s rotten luck and underwhelming performances continued in France this past weekend, despite an impressive recovery ride at Le Mans.

Lions banking on backline and lung-busting effects of altitude

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Do their part, and with help from results in other matches, the Lions could move into a play-off spot with two rounds of the regular season remaining.