Rassie video: Objective achieved

Whatever the outcome of Rassie Erasmus’ misconduct hearing, his hour-long video had the desired effect this past Saturday, and has rattled World Rugby’s status quo, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Analysis: Pollard, De Klerk’s classy try-creating kicks

CRAIG LEWIS takes a closer look at the class acts of the Springboks’ halfback pairing this past Saturday, with Handre Pollard and Faf de Klerk creating try-scoring opportunities with expert kicks.

Ratings: Kolisi stands tall for Boks

Led by Siya Kolisi, the Springboks produced a controlled and confident performance to claim a 27-9 win over the British & Irish Lions on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS picks and rates some of the top performers.

What is Rassie’s plan?

A man with more plans than an architect, the willingness of Rassie Erasmus to sacrifice himself in what many view as a brave tirade against hapless World Rugby can’t be taken at face value, according to ZELIM NEL.

The Boks have access to even more player resources

The Harlequins’ superb 2020-21 Premiership title win shows that the Springboks won’t lack depth when it comes to the latter stages of the Test season, writes DYLAN JACK.

Rassie picks cause to fight for, regardless of consequences

Rassie Erasmus’ hour-long video is sure to divide opinions, but one way or another he has thrown down the gauntlet to World Rugby and officials. The response will be telling, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Heading abroad shouldn’t be the only route to improvement

There needs to be a closer look at why South African players almost always improve when they play for overseas clubs, writes SIMNIKIWE XABANISA.

The ref was Berry good!

Put the pin back in your grenade and read why Australian referee Nic Berry did an outstanding job of handling the blockbuster first Test between the Springboks and British & Irish Lions, according to ZELIM NEL.

Boks must pass character test ahead of second Lions battle

The Springboks won’t be defined by Saturday’s defeat of minuscule margins, but rather the manner in which they respond will reveal their true championship qualities, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Ratings: Du Toit one of the few standouts for Boks

The Boks faded in the second half to slump to a 22-17 defeat by the British & Irish Lions on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS picks and rates some of the top performers amid a disappointing result.