Three things to consider ahead of Boks-All Blacks rematch
Ahead of the Springboks’ final Rugby Championship match, CRAIG LEWIS identifies three points to ponder, including whether Elton Jantjies needs a decent run.
Schalk Burger, now a world-class pundit, has viewers tuning in
Schalk Burger was one of the greatest players in world rugby, and he is now quickly becoming one of the most astute broadcast pundits in the modern game, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Step forward for Boks, but killer instinct lacking
Despite defeat, the Boks rediscovered their soul in Townsville and, with captain Siya Kolisi front and centre, proved that their champion qualities remain firmly intact, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Springboks go soul-searching
The reaction from the Springbok camp following this past weekend’s loss to the Wallabies, and ahead of this Saturday’s blockbuster clash with the All Blacks, has been particularly revealing, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
‘Bok gameplan, when executed correctly, is hard to match’
The opportunity to play against the All Blacks is a career highlight for any Springbok, writes former captain JEAN DE VILLIERS.
Pay attention to Plumtree: Boks will revert to default ‘DNA’
John Plumtree was spot on in his assessments ahead of this Saturday’s 100th Test between South Africa and New Zealand. The Boks will be “dangerous”, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Boks need Nienaber to step up
The reaction to two disappointing losses in Australia has revealed that Jacques Nienaber and some of the Springboks are not in sync, and time will tell whether the coach has the mettle to get everyone back on the same page, writes ZELIM NEL.
Three things to consider after another Bok loss
After the Boks’ second humbling defeat by Australia, CRAIG LEWIS identifies three points to ponder, including whether there needs to be changes to the team.
Saffas Abroad: Green, Augustus taste winning start to Premiership season
Juarno Augustus had a successful start to life in the Premiership as the Northampton Saints kicked off their 2021-22 season with a commanding win over Gloucester.
Boks at a crossroads after worrying turn for the worse
For the first time since Rassie Erasmus took charge in 2018, the Springboks appear to be behind the curve, writes ZELIM NEL.
