Elstadt evolves to give Boks new option

Rynhardt Elstadt has been brought back to South Africa for his particular set of skills and won’t be limited by the number on his back, writes JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Split squads boast good balance

Rassie Erasmus has picked a good blend of youth and experience for the Tests against Australia and New Zealand, writes JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Overseas stars push Boks to new level

Good planning and recruitment have the Springboks well placed to fire against both the Wallabies and All Blacks over the next two weeks, writes JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Succession plan a must for blossoming Boks

Deon Davids’ presence in the Springbok camp raises new questions about the head coach position beyond 2019, writes JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Boks have proud record to protect

A weakened Springboks side will have everything to play for against the Wallabies at the Ellis Park fortress on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Bok B side has key role to play

The Rugby Championship will reveal whether the Springboks have the strength in depth to be a force at the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Small leaves giant mark on SA sport

Springbok wing James Small should be remembered for his courage in the face of adversity as much as his speed and finishing strengths, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Rassie set for back-row answers

The makeup of the loose-forward contingent suggests that the Springboks won’t be limited to one approach, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Split squad to provide double boost

Rassie Erasmus’ plan to split the squad over the first two Rugby Championship Tests will benefit the Springboks in the short and long term, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Razor-sharp Crusaders a blueprint for success

JON CARDINELLI considers where Scott Robertson might rank in the Vodacom Super Rugby hall of fame and whether we will ever see another South African dynasty.