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Craig Lewis

Craig Lewis is a sports journalist and editor with over 10 years experience. He most recently served as a Group Sports editor at Highbury Media, which followed a three-year stint as the editor of SA Rugby magazine. Craig began his career in Durban where he worked in the sports department at Independent Newspapers for several years before making the move to the Mother City in 2015. He is an avid traveller, who has visited over 25 countries and also recently took up golf as a hobby - needless to say, it remains a serious work-in-progress.

Is this one of the most exciting Springbok backlines ever?

By Craig Lewis 06-07-23 17:39

The Springboks’ 2023 Test season will officially get under way when they swing into Rugby Championship action against the Wallabies at Loftus this Saturday. Kick off is at 5.05pm. Although the coaches have mixed and matched in terms of selection, it shouldn’t go unnoticed that they have selected what is undoubtedly one of their most exciting […]

Eddie Jones, Rassie Erasmus. Wallabies Springboks Test

Wallabies reveal selections for Springboks Test

By Craig Lewis 06-07-23 12:00

The Wallabies will be playing their first game under new head coach Eddie Jones when they tackle the Springboks this Saturday, and they will be targeting a first ever win against South Africa in Pretoria. On Thursday, Jones unveiled his squad, with 22-year-old Tom Hooper selected at blindside flank for his first appearance in Wallaby gold, […]

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Springboks v Wallabies: Stats, facts and kick-off time

By Craig Lewis 05-07-23 11:51

Duane Vermeulen will lead the Springboks for the third time in their opening Rugby Championship clash against Australia, with South Africa looking forward to six all-important matches before heading into their World Cup title defence. ALSO READ: Vermeulen to captain new-look Springboks! Saturday’s clash will kick off at 5.05pm at a sold out Loftus, with the Springboks having unveiled […]

Springboks backs RWC selection

What the Junior Springboks need to progress in U20 championship

By Craig Lewis 04-07-23 14:58

After a disappointing World U20 Championship campaign to date, the Junior Springboks are under plenty of pressure as they prepare to face Argentina on the back of a shock defeat to Italy and just a narrow win over Georgia. READ | World U20 Rugby Championship: Fixtures, results, kick-off times The clash between Argentina and the Junior Springboks […]

Kaizer Chiefs managerial shortlist

Why Chivaviro is free to make dream Chiefs move

By Craig Lewis 04-07-23 14:52

On Monday, Chiefs began to officially welcome new players ahead of the next season, with as many as six recruits unveiled in a social media blitz. Ranga Chivaviro was signed on a two year deal with a one-year option, but this confirmation came amidst talks that there may be a fight for his services. ALSO READ […]

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Who will be the referee for Springboks-Wallabies on Saturday?

By Craig Lewis 03-07-23 13:33

The Springboks will face Australia at Loftus Versfeld in their opening game of the shortened Rugby Championship this Saturday, with kick off at 5.05pm. As a reminder when it comes to the match official appointments, Ben O’Keeffe (New Zealand) will officiate the Springboks’ clash this weekend, and he will be assisted by another New Zealander, […]

Derick Hougaard x Nadine.

UPDATE: Derick Hougaard at home, but ‘extremely weak’

By Craig Lewis 03-07-23 09:52

At the end of last month it was confirmed that Derick Hougaard had come out of a coma and was responding positively to medical personnel and treatment. ALSO READ: Hougaard’s shock toxicology report: Let him speak for himself, urges partner The former Springbok had been in a coma for over 10 days due to a respiratory […]

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This is how the Springboks will line up against Australia

By Craig Lewis 03-07-23 09:20

The Springboks will play three Tests in the abbreviated version of the Rugby Championship, starting with a clash against Australia, which takes place this weekend. As the Springboks consider all their squad options for these crucial games in the build-up to the World Cup, there is set to be a careful balancing act when it comes […]

Eddie Jones issues warning, challenge to Springboks

By Craig Lewis 30-06-23 15:50

The Springboks’ first Test of the year is now just around the corner, with South Africa set to head into Rugby Championship action against the Wallabies next weekend. Although the Springboks will employ a split-squad system in the Rugby Championship, there will not be an ‘A and B’ team. That’s according to coach Jacques Nienaber, who […]

Former Chiefs, Bafana midfielder forced into early retirement

By Craig Lewis 30-06-23 10:01

Manyama enjoyed a memorable career in South African football, playing for the likes of Ajax Cape Town, SuperSport United, Cape Town City and then eventually Kaizer Chiefs, where he featured in nearly 100 games between 2018 and 2022. He also played in a number of games for South Africa. However, Manyama has been without a club […]

Springboks Lead Against Wales at Half Time

Pollard and Kolisi on same recovery timeline for Springboks

By Craig Lewis 29-06-23 10:44

Next Saturday, the Springboks will swing into Rugby Championship action, and there will undoubtedly be more anticipation than ever about the start of the new Test season in a World Cup. Unfortunately for the coaches, however, flyhalf Handre Pollard could miss out on the southern hemisphere showpiece due to the delay in his recovery from […]

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All Blacks reveal RWC jersey with a strange look – PICTURES

By Craig Lewis 28-06-23 09:41

Taking a look at the new All Blacks kit, there is a noticeable presence of the white fern across the front of the jersey, while a prominent collar has led some online users to suggest they might be heading to the golf course rather than the rugby pitch. ALSO READ | Springboks suffer major injury blow ahead […]

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Springboks suffer major injury blow ahead of Rugby Championship

By Craig Lewis 27-06-23 14:45

The Springboks have been in camp for some time as they prepare for the Rugby Championship, and director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has notably revealed that there was a concern at flyhalf following a delay in Handre Pollard’s recovery from a leg injury. Damian Willemse also took a knock to the knee, and so Elton […]

Derick Hougaard x Nadine.

Hougaard’s toxicology report: ‘Let him speak for himself’

By Craig Lewis 26-06-23 15:30

In two recent good news updates shared about Derick Hougaard by his partner, Nadine, it was stated that the former Springbok flyhalf is continuing to show positive signs of recovery after a near-death experience. ALSO READ: Springboks have a secret weapon The former Springbok had been in a coma for over 10 days due to a […]

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Surprise selections for first Springboks Test of the year?

By Craig Lewis 26-06-23 10:26

The Springboks will play three Tests in the abbreviated version of the Rugby Championship, starting with a clash against Australia, which takes place next weekend. This will then be followed by battles against New Zealand at Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland (Saturday 15 July) and Argentina at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg (Saturday 29 July). […]

Kaizer Chiefs new manager

Chiefs opted against signing Sundowns star

By Craig Lewis 26-06-23 08:35

Last week, Domingo – who was once linked to Chiefs – was unveiled as a new signing by Moroccan side Raja Club Athletic, joining the club on a free transfer following his departure from Mamelodi Sundowns. READ | Chiefs-Nabi: Clear timeline, yay or nay this week! Following three seasons at Sundowns that were affected by injuries […]

Derick Hougaard

Latest on Derick Hougaard: ‘He wants to speak, stand up’

By Craig Lewis 26-06-23 08:03

*Note: This is an updated article on former Springbok flyhalf Derick Hougaard ALSO READ: Could new-look Springboks team look like this for first 2023 Test? At the end of last week it was confirmed that Hougaard had come out of a coma and was responding positively to medical personnel and treatment. The former Springbok had been […]

Springboks gym

Springboks provide positive feedback as Test focus sharpens

By Craig Lewis 23-06-23 19:59

The Springboks have been hard at work on and off the field in the last two weeks for their opening Test of the season against Australia at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday 8 July, with the training camp comprising numerous field and gym sessions as well as team meetings. ALSO READ: Could new-look Springboks team look like […]

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi

Kolisi hails support of Springbok teammates he can ‘lean on’

By Craig Lewis 22-06-23 14:44

Kolisi had surgery to his knee at the end of April and he’s been doing intense rehabilitation ever since, in the hope of making a full recovery before the Rugby World Cup, which will be hosted in France in September and October. ALSO READ: Springboks news: Kolisi set for early injury return! It’s hoped that the Springbok captain […]

RUGBY: Springbok and 'A' Squads Named for Europe Tour

Springboks coach: We are not picking ‘A and B sides’

By Craig Lewis 22-06-23 13:03

Although the Springboks will employ a split-squad system in the Rugby Championship, there will not be an ‘A and B’ team. That’s according to coach Jacques Nienaber, who said the Boks intend repeating the plan that saw them clinch the Rugby Championship title in 2019 by splitting the squad for the opening two Tests of the […]

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Stormers get tough draw for Champions Cup

By Craig Lewis 21-06-23 17:08

The Stormers, who have been the standout South African team for the last two years, have been drawn in a tough pool for the 2023-24 Champions Cup. The Cape side have been grouped with defending champions La Rochelle and Premiership finalists Sale Sharks. ALSO READ: Top referee working with Springboks on laws ‘alignment’ Along with La Rochelle […]

Maritzburg United chairman blasts players: You betrayed us!

By Craig Lewis 19-06-23 11:47

Last week, Cape Town Spurs confirmed their promotion to the PSL after avoiding a defeat away to Maritzburg United in the promotional playoff match at Harry Gwala Stadium on Wednesday. Maritzburg United needed to win at all cost, but it wasn’t to be for the KZN club as they slipped to yet another disappointing result after a season […]

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Springboks: Only ONE fit flyhalf ahead of Rugby Championship!

By Craig Lewis 15-06-23 11:29

This past weekend, the Springboks gathered into a crucial Rugby Championship training camp, with the national side set to head into three all-important Tests in July. ALSO READ: Springboks news: Kolisi set for early injury return! During a press conference on Wednesday, director of rugby Rassie Erasmus notably revealed that there was a concern at flyhalf […]

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