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Sevens’ party falls flat

World Rugby shouldn’t have messed with a winning sevens formula, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Posted in Blitzboks, Columns, Simon Borchardt | Tagged blitzboks, Cape Town Sevens, sevens rugby
Rassie Erasmus

Rassie’s got to play the game

Rassie Erasmus needs to show some political nous, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Posted in Columns, Simon Borchardt, Springboks | Tagged Rassie Erasmus, Springboks
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TMO role must be drastically reduced

It’s time for on-field match officials to make decisions and stop relying on the TMO, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Posted in Columns, Simon Borchardt | Tagged referees, TMO
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SA Rugby much more than a magazine

From Chester Williams to Siya Kolisi, SA Rugby magazine has come a long way, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Posted in Columns, SA Rugby mag, Simon Borchardt, Springboks | Tagged sa rugby magazine
Sam Cane try ABs Boks 2022

Springboks falling short of greatness

The world champions’ inconsistency warrants criticism, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Posted in Columns, Simon Borchardt, Top headlines | Tagged Springboks
Trans rugby player website

Rugby right to protect women’s game

Women’s rugby should not be sacrificed at the altar of ‘inclusivity’, writes Simon Borchardt.

Posted in Columns, Simon Borchardt | Tagged gender, trans women
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James Small was larger than life

Former Springbok wing James Small made a big impact, on and off the field, writes @SimonBorchardt.

Posted in Columns, Simon Borchardt | Tagged james small, Springboks
Jesse Kriel Boks Scotland 2021

The case for Jesse Kriel

Jesse Kriel’s experience and versatility make him a big asset for the Springboks, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Posted in Columns, Simon Borchardt, Springboks | Tagged jesse kriel, Springboks
Fort Hare celebrate Varsity Shield

Fort Hare fairytale gives Border hope

Embattled Border must build on Fort Hare’s Varsity Shield triumph, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Posted in Columns, Simon Borchardt | Tagged Border, Fort Hare, Varsity Shield
Rugby World Cup 2023 draw

Early draw hurts 2023 Rugby World Cup

A World Cup draw should not be conducted three years before the tournament, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Posted in Columns, Simon Borchardt, Springboks, World Cup
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