Rhule: I’ve always had faith in my ability
In the latest SA Rugby magazine, Raymond Rhule reflects on being ‘cast aside’ at the Springboks and how he has resurrected his career at La Rochelle.
Craig Lewis
The lieutenants who will be key for Boks, B&I Lions
Often unheralded, the assistant coaches in the British & Irish Lions and Bok camps will have key roles to play. SA Rugby magazine takes a closer look.
Rewind: Kolbe’s magic touches for Boks
Look back at these clips showing Cheslin Kolbe’s first touch in Test rugby back in 2018, followed by his most recent piece of Springbok magic at the 2019 World Cup.
Spot the difference: Bulls vs Boks set-piece special
Look back and compare these two similar set-piece strike plays from the Bulls this past weekend, and in the Springboks’ first Test against the B&I Lions in 2009.
SA teams bound for Europe: It’s a whole new ball game
The newly devised United Rugby Championship may bear similarities to the much-maligned Super Rugby conference format, but it’s the incentive of qualifying for European competition that makes it a game changer for South African teams, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
SA teams could feature in Champions Cup from 2022-23 season
South Africa’s entry into the United Rugby Championship holds the prospect of South African teams being eligible to qualify for the Heineken Champions Cup from the 2022-23 season.
RIP: Dougie Heymans loses battle with Covid-19
Legendary former Free State prop Dougie Heymans has tragically died at the age of 48.
Davids: Du Preez twins playing to their potential
Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids says the Du Preez twins, Jean-Luc and Dan, have made a noticeable step up in their play while featuring for England club Sale Sharks, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Faf: I’ve missed the feeling of wearing Bok jersey
Faf de Klerk has all the attributes to be a match-winner for the Springboks against the British & Irish Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Stormers return not out of the question for Japan-bound Du Toit
Although the cancellation of the Lions-Stomers match on Saturday robbed Pieter-Steph du Toit of a ‘farewell’ home appearance, there is still hope he could return to the Stormers after his Japan ‘sabbatical’.
