Gameplan is gold, defence key to Bok recovery
Ignore the knee-jerk reaction to the latest Springbok defeat because ‘the gameplan’ is the primary reason South Africa are world champions, writes ZELIM NEL.
Craig Lewis
Sanzaar apologises for Pumas absence from photoshoot
Sanzaar says no disrespect was intended after a captain’s photoshoot went ahead without anyone from the Pumas present on the eve of round five of the Rugby Championship.
Blitzboks win Covid-curtailed Sevens crown
South Africa clinched the pandemic-abbreviated World Sevens series this past Sunday, defeating Great Britain 24-12 to win the Edmonton Sevens title in Canada.
Argentina coach slams ‘disrespectful’ captain’s photoshoot
Argentina coach Mario Ledesma launched a scathing attack on Rugby Championship bosses, claiming his side were “disrespected” after a captain’s photoshoot went ahead without anyone from the Pumas.
All Blacks coach: Don’t dismiss Bok style as ‘boring’
All Blacks coach Ian Foster has credited the Springboks for effectively putting his side under pressure in a thrilling Rugby Championship clash on Saturday.
Dominant Leinster too good for Bulls
An early onslaught from Leinster laid the foundation for an emphatic 31-3 win over the Vodacom Bulls at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday.
Bok coach: We wanted to put Elton on
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has confirmed that an injury worry late in the game prevented the planned introduction of Elton Jantjies around the 70-minute mark against New Zealand.
Step forward for Boks, but killer instinct lacking
Despite defeat, the Boks rediscovered their soul in Townsville and, with captain Siya Kolisi front and centre, proved that their champion qualities remain firmly intact, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Watch: All Blacks’ intense Kapa O Pango haka
Look back at the All Blacks’ powerful rendition of the Kapa O Pango haka prior to the 100th Test against the Springboks on Saturday.
Lions make thrilling, winning start to URC
The Lions staved off a fightback from Zebre to claim a pulsating win in Parma and ensure South Africa’s entry to the Vodacom United Rugby Championship began in triumphant fashion.
