Craig Lewis

Dweba can add to Boks’ embarrassment of riches at hooker

The progress of Joseph Dweba should be closely observed as the Springboks seek to reach rarefied territory of boasting three elite-level Test hookers, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Pumas name strong side to face Springboks

Felipe Ezcurra will form Argentina’s halfback pairing with Nicolas Sanchez when the Pumas face the Springboks in this Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.

Mostert has all the attributes to succeed at 7

Although an extended injury-enforced layoff for Pieter-Steph du Toit is a considerable blow for the Boks, Franco Mostert can offer similar strengths at blindside flank, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Jordan to wing it for All Blacks

New Zealand have made only one change to their starting lineup for the second Bledisloe Cup Test against Australia in Auckland on Saturday.

Rassie Erasmus during the South African national men's rugby team training session at Shimla Park on June 22, 2021 in Bloemfontein, South Africa.

Erasmus could face strong charges this week

World Rugby is reportedly set to present formal charges against Rassie Erasmus this week for a breach of Regulation 18, which covers misconduct, after which SA Rugby will have an opportunity to assess and respond.

Jacques Nienaber motivates Bok players in training

Understated Nienaber deserves due credit

Jacques Nienaber would be the first to defer any praise that comes his way, but the magnitude of guiding the Boks to a famous series win over the Lions is a remarkable achievement that must be duly acknowledged, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Nienaber: Boks have plenty of respect for Argentina

Coach Jacques Nienaber says the wholesale changes made to the Bok team in no way reflect a lack of respect for an Argentina side that is willing to “put their heads in dark places”.

Sharks forced to forfeit Currie Cup clash

The Currie Cup Premier Division match between the Pumas and Sharks, scheduled for Nelspruit on Wednesday, has been cancelled in line with Covid-19 protocols.

Du Toit set for lengthy injury layoff after surgery

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has confirmed that Pieter-Steph du Toit underwent shoulder surgery on Monday and is expected to be out of action “for some time”. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Springboks CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - AUGUST 07: Rassie Erasmus, the South Africa Springboks director of rugby, acting as a water carrier, instructs his team during the 3rd test match between the South Africa Springboks and the British & Irish Lions at Cape Town Stadium on August 07, 2021 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Dweba to start as Boks make several team changes

The Springboks have rotated and rested several players for their Rugby Championship opener against Argentina at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium this Saturday.