South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus will face a misconduct hearing after his criticism of the match officials following their first-Test defeat by the British and Irish Lions.World Rugby said the "extensive and direct nature" of Erasmus' hour-long video monologue is a potential breach of the Code of Conduct.In a statement, it called officials the "backbone" of the sport."Without…

The British and Irish Lions will be a different beast in the South Africa series decider, Alun Wyn Jones has warned."Everyone is aware that Gats [Warren Gatland] will make changes," said Jones, adding he is "notorious" for it."There will probably be an opportunity for some and I have a feeling that people want to put it right."South Africa scored 21…

South Africa have responded to criticism of their conservative tactics by insisting they do not get the credit their success deserves.But the second Test was an ugly spectacle dominated by brutal forward exchanges and kicking."The same narrative was there when the Boks won the 2019 World Cup," South Africa forwards coach Deon Davids said."It's surprising that the effectiveness of this…

British and Irish Lions prop Kyle Sinckler has been cited for an alleged bite during Saturday's second Test defeat by South Africa, World Rugby has announced.The incident is alleged to have taken place during a ruck in the 64th minute of the 27-9 loss at Cape Town Stadium.Sinckler, 28, could face a minimum 12-week ban if the citing is upheld…