Rassie reaps benefits of back-row shuffle

The battle for back-row places will intensify over the next fortnight as players look to stake a final claim ahead of the World Cup squad announcement, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Am forms key piece in Boks’ defensive puzzle

Lukhanyo Am’s anticipation and awareness are important factors in the Springboks’ high-risk, high-reward defensive structure, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

The pack I’d pick to front the All Blacks

A loose-trio combination of Marcell Coetzee, Siya Kolisi and Duane Vermeulen would offer great value in the Springboks’ World Cup opener against the All Blacks, writes former Bok hooker JAMES DALTON.

Boks must kick on in buildup to RWC

Game management and goal-kicking will separate the top teams in the final round of the Rugby Championship and at the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Black coaches need chance to shine

The Kings’ coaching saga has highlighted the struggle for black coaches to get a fair crack at head coaching and other technical positions in South African rugby, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

SA rugby’s important puzzle

South African rugby’s new contracting model is bound to ask questions that will be answered only by out-of-the-box thinking, writes SIMNIKIWE XABANISA.

Salta success will boost Bok belief

South Africa’s poor Test and Super Rugby record in Argentina highlights the challenge facing the Springboks in the Rugby Championship decider, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Closer look: Jantjies’ support play

After just two Tests, young Herschel Jantjies has racked up three tries. CRAIG LEWIS takes a closer look at his sensational support play.

Du Toit’s flank success no fluke

Pieter-Steph du Toit’s recent success as a Springbok flank makes sense when looking at his schoolboy rugby years, writes DYLAN JACK.

Best Bok combos need time to grow

The Rugby Championship decider in Salta will provide the Springboks’ best side with a chance to build momentum ahead of the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.