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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.

Stormers, Springboks lock signs for French club

By Craig Lewis 11-07-23 11:19

After this past season, the Stormers bid farewell to Ernst van Rhyn and captain Steven Kitshoff, and it’s since emerged that French club Perpignan had set their sights on signing Springboks and Stormers lock Marvin Orie. ALSO READ: How much do the new Springbok jerseys cost? With the club viewing the 30-year-old as a priority target […]

Damian Willemse Stormers

The Springboks backline facing the All Blacks on Saturday

By Craig Lewis 10-07-23 14:35

This past weekend the Springboks fielded one of their most dynamic backlines, filled with X factor, for the opening Test of the year against the Wallabies. WATCH: More footage of Loftus brawl, stadium boss responds The results were highly impressive in the end, with South Africa playing an attractive brand of rugby as they clinched an […]

Sean Strickland ranks Dricus Du Plessis over Khamzat Chimaev

Dricus du Plessis claims epic UFC victory – WATCH

By Craig Lewis 10-07-23 12:14

Dricus du Plessis, who is one of the most famed South African representatives in the UFC, took on Aussie UFC legend Robert Whittaker in the early hours of Sunday morning. The South African fighter is undefeated in the UFC (now 6-0), and was targeting what would be yet another huge win in his career, which he […]

Khama Billiat Kaizer Chiefs

The Chiefs and Billiat case: Player agent comments

By Craig Lewis 10-07-23 11:04

On Saturday, Chiefs offered a shocking update following weeks of speculation and uncertainty around the future of Khama Billiat, with the club stating that the playmaker had gone AWOL and was ‘nowhere to be found’. “Following the expiry of attacking midfielder Khama Billiat’s Kaizer Chiefs contract on 30 June 2023, the club tabled a new […]

Springboks x All Blacks

Springboks team to look like this for All Blacks battle

By Craig Lewis 10-07-23 08:40

In what will be one of the most highly anticipated matches of the year, the Springboks will face the All Blacks in Auckland on Saturday in a massive Rugby Championship clash that could ultimately have a huge impact on the title. It’s important to note that kick off will take place at 09.05am SA time, while […]

Springboks

Which Springboks earned an unexpected ticket to New Zealand?

By Craig Lewis 10-07-23 07:23

On Saturday night, the Springboks named a group of 21 players to join their team-mates in New Zealand for this weekend’s second Rugby Championship outing against the All Blacks in Auckland, bringing the total number of players to 35. ALSO READ | Which Springboks missed out on squad selection for All Blacks This selection came after […]

Kurt-Lee Arendse Springboks

PLAYER RATINGS: Kurt-Lee Arendse masterclass for Springboks

By Craig Lewis 08-07-23 19:47

Hat-trick hero Kurt-Lee Arendse led the way in a stunning all-round performance from the Springboks against the Wallabies on Saturday. The Springboks could not have asked for a better start to their 2023 Test season as they hammered the Wallabies 43-12 at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria on Saturday. MUST READ | Is this one of the most […]

Springboks v Wallabies

Debate: Springboks will beat Wallabies – by how much?

By Craig Lewis 07-07-23 15:05

Earlier this week, the Springboks were forced to make a change to their team for the opening Rugby Championship Test against the Wallabies in Pretoria on Saturday (kick off at 5.05pm). Yet, the withdrawal of Ox Nche is not expected to dramatically weaken the Springboks side considering that Steven Kitshoff is a superb direct replacement. ALSO READ […]

Springboks v Wallabies

Debate: Who will win the Rugby Championship?

By Craig Lewis 07-07-23 12:20

Back in 2019, the Springboks impressively clinched the Rugby Championship title before going on to historically win the World Cup in the same year. Could history repeat itself? Only time will tell. ALSO READ: How much do the new Springbok jerseys cost? This year’s Rugby Championship gets underway on Saturday, with the Springboks tackling the Wallabies […]

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, […]

Wallabies Australia

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 […]

Wallabies Australia

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 […]

Springboks

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 […]

Ma'a nonu south africa rugby

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 […]

Springboks

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 […]

Springboks gym

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). […]

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