Cheetahs down depleted Griquas

The Free State Cheetahs scored a 36-25 bonus-point win against 14-man Griquas in Kimberley on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Botes to hit 150

Sharks flank Jacques Botes will extend his Currie Cup record when he plays in his 150th match against the Pumas in Nelspruit this Friday.

Taute beefs up WP midfield

Jaco Taute will start at No 12 when Western Province tackle the Blue Bulls at Loftus Versfeld this Saturday.

Returning heavies to lend Boks clout

Victor Matfield and Willem Alberts will make a marked difference to the Springboks’ forward play in Australia and New Zealand, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Whitehead to 10 for Kings

The EP Kings have suffered another setback as first-choice flyhalf Gary van Aswegen has been ruled out of Saturday's match against the Golden Lions.

Duane stands tallest

Duane Vermeulen showed courage under fire in the Test against Argentina in Salta on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Boks hang on in Salta

Morné Steyn kicked a 77th minute penalty to hand the Springboks a 33-31 win over Argentina on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Van Wyk brace sinks Lions

Kobus van Wyk scored two tries in Western Province's 27-14 win over the Golden Lions on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Boks must stick to strengths

The Springboks can beat the All Blacks this season, but not via a high-tempo approach, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Pressure on Pollard to deliver

Handré Pollard's kicking game will need to be on point for the Springboks to win convincingly in Salta, writes JON CARDINELLI.