Jon Cardinelli

Jon Cardinelli

No 8 concern for Boks?

Duane Vermeulen and Warren Whiteley both sustained injuries in the Springboks’ win over Ireland at Ellis Park, reports JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Bok comeback floors Ireland

Damian de Allende scored a 75th-minute try as the Springboks beat Ireland 32-26 on Saturday and levelled the three-match series, reports JON CARDINELLI at Ellis Park.

Tour Tales – Johannesburg

JON CARDINELLI reflects on an Irish goal-kicking addict, the blazer-carrying brigade, and the boo boys and girls at Ellis Park.

All Blacks outclass Wales

The All Blacks produced a superior second-half showing to thump Wales 36-22 in Wellington and take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Dagg’s ripping return

Israel Dagg produced an influential all-round performance against Wales in the second Test, according to SARugbymag.co.za’s Opta-powered stats.

Spirited Saxons seal series

Christian Wade scored a 75th-minute try to boost the England Saxons to a 29-26 win in George as well as a 2-0 series victory. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Boks face test of mettle

Brains will be more important than brawn when the Springboks host Ireland in a potentially series-deciding clash at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Boks face test of mettle

Brains will be more important than brawn when the Springboks host Ireland in a potentially series-deciding clash at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Joe: It’s Quinn’s time to shine

Joe Schmidt says South African-born lock Quinn Roux is ideally suited for what should be an epic set-piece battle at Ellis Park on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports from Johannesburg.

Schmidt plays down changes

Joe Schmidt has laughed off suggestions that he is saving his strongest Ireland combination for the third Test against the Springboks in Port Elizabeth. JON CARDINELLI reports from Johannesburg.