Heineken Cup for dummies
1 decade ago by Front Row GruntYes, Tank knows it’s now officially called The European Rugby Champions Cup, but he does not know a single person who does not still call it by it’s original name – The Heineken Cup! The basics,...
Bok Ratings – Louw steals the limelight
1 decade ago by Front Row GruntPretty turgid is how TANK LANNING describes the Bok’s 24-13 win over Argentina, and as such, his player ratings are not particularly stellar, with Francois Louw being the exception. Tank Lanning Sister...
Sharks sign Chiliboy Ralepelle
1 decade ago by Currie Cup NewsThe Sharks signed Springbok hooker, Chiliboy Ralepelle, who will join the franchise for the start of the new season.
Five steals from Louw!
1 decade ago by Front Row GruntArgentina dominated all the attacking stats, but they gave away 15 penalties while the Boks amassed 13 turnovers, five of them via Francois Louw. Take in all the match stats from their 24-13 win over Argentina....
All is forgiven
1 decade ago by Front Row GruntThere has been a fair amount of vitriol being sprouted around post the Springbok loss to the All Blacks in the World Cup semi-final last Saturday, but none of it from the fairer sex it would seem! Tank...
Continuity is key for Lions dynasty
1 decade ago by Currie Cup NewsThe Lions can become the dominant force in South African rugby, but the union will have to do everything to keep the Currie Cup-winning group in Johannesburg.
Bok Ratings – Duane and De Allende shine
1 decade ago by Front Row GruntSchalk Burger’s match stats seem to back up his man of the match award, but Tank Lanning has been pretty harsh on the popular flank him in his Vodacom Bok ratings this week. Tank Lanning There is no...
Fat boys get no lady-love!
1 decade ago by Front Row GruntThey may be getting paid the big bucks in France, but the latest Vodacom Player Ratings suggest that the ladies have no time for the poor old props. Tank Lanning It’s no wonder the big boys up front...
Bok Ratings – Duane is back!
1 decade ago by Front Row GruntWith 11 carries, 68 metres run, 6 defenders beaten, a turnover, and 4 lineouts won, Tank Lanning rates Duane Vermeulen highest against the USA with a score of 9 out 10. Check out his full Bok ratings....
Will misplaced loyalty trip Meyer up?
1 decade ago by Front Row GruntThe Jean de Villiers injury has saved Heyneke Meyer from making the same mistake Divvy made with John Smit in 2011, but could his loyalty to certain players still trip him up asks Tank Lanning in his Sport24...
