Poite to blow Bok Test in Padova
Frenchman Romain Poite will referee Saturday’s Test between Italy and the Springboks.
Coetzee to back strongest XV
Allister Coetzee is confident that Eben Etzebeth will be fit to lead the strongest available Springbok combination against Italy this Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.
Rassie begins SA Rugby role
Rassie Erasmus has officially taken up his new position as director of rugby, but will not be directly involved with any national team until next year.
Wallabies coach in hot water
Michael Cheika’s conduct during Australia’s 30-6 defeat to England at Twickenham on Saturday is set to come under investigation by World Rugby.
Duane lauds Bok turnaround
Duane Vermeulen believes that the Springboks can build on the win against France and make a success out of this four-game tour. JON CARDINELLI in Paris reports.
Eben in doubt for Italy clash
Duane Vermeulen could lead the Springboks against Italy next Saturday if regular skipper Eben Etzebeth fails to recover from a leg injury. JON CARDINELLI in Paris reports.
Tour Tales – Paris
JON CARDINELLI on rugby banter at the Sacre Coeur, an emotional farewell, and an impromptu interview with a Springbok player in the wee hours of Sunday morning.
Boks bounce back in Paris
The Springboks ground out an 18-17 win against France on Saturday to end a five-game winless streak. JON CARDINELLI at the Stade de France reports.
All Blacks battle past brave Scots
The All Blacks staved off a gutsy fightback from Scotland to claim a hard-fought 22-17 win in Edinburgh on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Ireland survive Fiji scare
Ian Keatley kicked a 73rd-minute penalty to guide Ireland to a thrilling 23-20 win over Fiji at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday.
