Meyer’s Boks to buck the trend

A patent desire to evolve should see the Springboks marking the third year in this World Cup cycle as one to remember, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Boks run Wales ragged

The Springboks scored five tries in their 38-16 hammering of Wales on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Duane rocks in Durban

Duane Vermeulen was at his abrasive best in the Springboks' defeat of Wales at Kings Park on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Blacklash buries England

The All Blacks rebounded from a 10-0 deficit to beat England 28-27 in Dunedin and clinch the series. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Serfontein must slay Welsh Goliath

The midfield battle will be as important as the one up front in the Test between the Springboks and Wales at Kings Park on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Who will win the Duel of the Week?

‘Saru broke promise to Steyn’

Frans Steyn's father has confirmed that a contractual dispute is one of the major reasons why the Springbok centre walked out on the national squad.

Savea bolsters AB backline

Julian Savea has returned to the All Blacks starting line-up for the second Test against England in Dunedin, while Ben Smith has been moved to fullback.

Vermeulen vs Faletau

The two hulking No 8s will have game-shaping roles to play at the gainline in the Test at Kings Park, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Serfontein to start for Boks

Jan Serfontein will fill the void at No 12 when the Springboks play Wales in Durban this Saturday.