Botha gets three-match ban

Sharks lock Ruan Botha has received a three-match suspension for dangerous play during South Africa A's match against the French Barbarians in Soweto.

Lions must stick to their guns

The British & Irish Lions must be prepared to win 'ugly' if they are to level the Test series against the All Blacks in Wellington on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Hansen slams ‘desperate’ Gatland

Steve Hansen has slammed Warren Gatland for claiming that the All Blacks deliberately tried to injure Lions scrumhalf Conor Murray in Auckland.

Lions’ 90m try against All Blacks

An attack from Liam Williams close to his tryline resulted in a score for Sean O'Brien at the other end of the field.

Challenge quarter-finalists confirmed

The Golden Lions XV beat the Blue Bulls 55-49, while there were also Provincial Rugby Challenge wins for the Pumas, Griquas, Sharks XV, EP Kings and Western Province.

Plane flies over Ellis Park

An aeroplane flew over Ellis Park on Saturday to mark the 22nd anniversary of the Springboks' 1995 World Cup win.

Springbok post-match press conference

What coach Allister Coetzee and captain Eben Etzebeth had to say after the Springboks' 35-12 win against France at Ellis Park.

Venter to stay with Boks

Allister Coetzee says that Brendan Venter will remain with the Springboks as a defensive consultant. JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg reports.

Whiteley ruled out of third Test

Eben Etzebeth will captain the Springboks against France at Ellis Park after Warren Whiteley was withdrawn because of a groin injury.

Highlights: All Blacks vs Lions (1st Test)

The hosts scored three tries in their 30-15 win in Auckland.