Former Springbok coach Peter de Villiers has praised Bok No 8 Jasper Wiese following his man-of-the-match performance against Argentina on Saturday.
New Zealand have reduced South Africa’s lead at the top of the World Rugby rankings while Australia have sunk to a record-equalling low on the list.
A precise cross-kick from flyhalf Elton Jantjies set up Springbok wing Aphelele Fassi for his second Test try during Saturday’s victory over Argentina.
After pouncing on a loose ball, Springbok scrumhalf Cobus Reinach once again showed his turn of pace to beat the covering Argentinian defence during this past Saturday’s Rugby Championship opener.
Jasper Wiese has attributed his Man of the Match performance against Argentina on Saturday to the support, guidance and influence of his Springbok teammates, including fellow No 8 Duane Vermeulen.
With the Bledisloe Cup wrapped up in a 57-22 demolition of Australia on Saturday, New Zealand have set their sights on the Rugby Championship with uncertainty surrounding coaches, venues and travel.
A much-changed Springbok side got the defence of their Rugby Championship title off to an impressive start with a bonus-point win over Argentina on Saturday.
Take a look at the match-day squads for the first round Rugby Championship clash between South Africa and Argentina on Saturday. (more…)
Look back at the match highlights as New Zealand racked up a record score against Australia to lock-up the Bledisloe Cup for a 19th straight year.
A potential Morne Steyn milestone features among the key Springbok stats and facts related to South Africa’s 2021 Rugby Championship opener against Argentina in Gqeberha on Saturday.
