Top comebacks: Sithole stuns Aussies

In the first of a new series looking back on rugby’s most memorable comebacks, DYLAN JACK rewinds to the day when the Blitzboks beat Australia in the 2011 Edinburgh Sevens final.

Pollard’s injury presents flyhalf puzzle

Handre Pollard’s knee injury will place a spotlight on the Springboks’ flyhalf depth as they build towards the 2021 British & Irish Lions series, writes DYLAN JACK.

Boks face delicate balancing act

Plenty of creative thinking is required if the Springbok coaches are to successfully assemble a squad to take part in the Rugby Championship, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

In-form European loosies can boost Boks

The form of the European-based South African loose forwards could provide a potential solution to Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber’s selection quandary, writes DYLAN JACK.

Most underrated Boks: Danie Rossouw

In the latest addition to our new series, CRAIG LEWIS identifies hard-as-nails Danie Rossouw as one of the most underrated Springboks.

Rugby’s judiciary needs an overhaul

The process followed in Owen Farrell’s five-match suspension is another demonstration that rugby’s judiciary is in dire need of an overhaul, writes DYLAN JACK.

Most underrated Boks: Andries Bekker

In the latest addition to our new series, MARIETTE ADAMS identifies lock Andries Bekker as one of the most underrated Springboks.

Rohan would add value for Springboks

A national camp recall for powerful centre Rohan Janse van Rensburg would make complete sense in a wider Springbok context, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Lood, Etzebeth injuries add to Bok lock stock concerns

Injuries suffered by both Lood de Jager and Eben Etzebeth over the weekend could force Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber to blood a new second-row combination, writes DYLAN JACK.

Farrell has to correct tackle technique

Owen Farrell must face a lengthy ban for his horrendous high tackle against Wasps, but this time also has to be used to address his perennially problematic tackle technique, writes CRAIG LEWIS.