By Ben Coles Saturday’s Super Rugby final looks set to be another classic, as the free-scoring Lions take on the Crusaders at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.Ahead of the showpiece event, Ben Coles of the Telegraph runs down the top…
Month: August 2017
Aaron Mauger named as new Highlanders coach
Former All Black Aaron Mauger has been named as the new Highlanders coach.Originally signed on as an assistant coach for 2018 earlier this year, he has been elevated to the top role replacing Tony Brown.It’s the former All Blacks…
South African Jaco Peyper named as referee for Super Rugby final
South African Jaco Peyper will take charge of the Lions v Crusaders Super Rugby final, with two of his countrymen getting key roles as his assistants.It’s news that will not comfort Crusaders supporters, who are hoping their side…
Nadeshiko Japan loses to Australia at Tournament of Nations
Yuka Momiki made it two goals in two games but Samantha Kerr scored a first-half hat trick Sunday as Australia maintained its perfect record with …
Japan revels in Asia Cup three-peat
The Japanese women’s national basketball team made a triumphal return home on Monday, fresh from winning the Asia Cup for the third straight time.The Akatsuki …
Samurai Japan taps Inaba to lead Tokyo 2020 tilt
Atsunori Inaba hadn’t even been officially unveiled as the next Samurai Japan manager for 10 minutes when NPB commissioner Katsuhiko Kumazaki told him he carried …