Third time’s a charm for Kriel at France 2023?

Veteran utility back Jesse Kriel has his fingers crossed that he gets a shot with the Springboks when they defend their Rugby World Cup title next year.

Kriel: Boks can all learn from Willie

Jesse Kriel and Jacques Nienaber have highlighted the importance of Willie le Roux’s communication and ability to “see space” as a driver in the Springboks’ attacking game plan.

Watch: Bok gets ‘punched’ at airport

Showing quick hands and pinpoint strikes, SA boxing champ Kevin Lerena’s son Brooklyn exchanges blows with Springbok centre Jesse Kriel.

Bok backups ‘as good as’ Pollard, Am

Trevor Nyakane and Jesse Kriel are both confident that there is more than enough depth for the Springboks to have a successful Rugby Championship campaign without Handre Pollard or Lukhanyo Am.

Watch: Why Kriel got the nod at wing

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber explains his team selections for Saturday’s second Rugby Championship Test against the All Blacks.

Poll: Willie to wing it for Boks?

Kurt-Lee Arendse’s four-week suspension leaves a vacancy at right wing for the Springboks – who would you pick to fill it against the All Blacks on Saturday?

Duane back, Kriel or Gelant to wing it

Veteran Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen is understood to be available to face the All Blacks on Saturday, with Jacques Nienaber left considering his replacements for the injured Kurt-Lee Arendse.

The case for Jesse Kriel

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

Watch: Bok centres in sync in Japan

Jesse Kriel provided a try assist for fellow Springbok centre Lukhanyo Am during a Japan Rugby League One clash on Sunday.

Throwback: Scotland vs Boks (2018)

As the Springboks prepare to take on Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday, take a look at what happened the last time these two teams met.