Bok World Cup wish list
The SA Rugby magazine team identify what they would love to see come out of the Boks’ World Cup African derby against Namibia on Saturday.
Boks relaxed on eve of African derby
Have a look at what the Springboks got up to at Friday’s team photo and captain’s run ahead of the clash against Namibia.
Superbru: World Cup predictions
The SA Rugby magazine team’s Superbru picks for the next round of World Cup fixtures.
Davies: Brits at No 8 no gamble
Namibian coach Phil Davies believes that Schalk Brits’ inclusion at eighthman won’t be a gamble when the minnows face the Boks on Saturday.
Namibia ring the changes for Bok clash
Namibia coach Phil Davies has made a total of 11 changes to his starting lineup facing the Springboks in Toyota City on Saturday.
Louw: I’ve played with Brits at No 8 before
Francois Louw says he’s excited to feature in a loose trio with Schalk Brits, while Jacques Nienaber discusses the Bok defensive system.
Koch: Trevor had an unbelievable season
Vincent Koch on his opportunity following Trevor Nyakane’s exit from the World Cup, while Beast Mtawarira is happy to have Thomas du Toit back in the squad.
Erasmus: Schalk brings calming effect
Rassie Erasmus discusses Schalk Brits’ appointment as captain, the selections for Saturday’s clash as well as Namibia’s standing as a Test nation.
Kriel nursing minor injury
Jesse Kriel was ruled out of selection for Saturday’s clash with Namibia after suffering a knock to his hamstring during the 23-13 defeat by the All Blacks.
Brits experiment points to change of gear
Rassie Erasmus may follow through with his plan to start Schalk Brits at No 8 in the next World Cup clash with Namibia, writes JON CARDINELLI in Nagoya.
