Barnes: No 9 a potential Bok problem
Former England flyhalf Stuart Barnes says the absence of scrumhalf Faf de Klerk could derail the Springboks when they take on England at Twickenham on Saturday.
Former England flyhalf Stuart Barnes says the absence of scrumhalf Faf de Klerk could derail the Springboks when they take on England at Twickenham on Saturday.
Brian Moore says England’s scrum has to match the Springboks if they are to stand any chance of winning at Twickenham on Saturday.
England coach Eddie Jones will be without 17 players for Saturday’s match against the Springboks at Twickenham.
The results of the big Test clashes in the northern hemisphere this November will echo through to the 2019 World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.
The inclusion of players such as Gio Aplon, Ruhan Nel, Cheslin Kolbe, Sergeal Petersen and Schalk Brits indicates a willingness to think differently when it comes to Springbok selection, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Michael Rhodes says his commitment to England should not be in doubt if he is selected to play against the Springboks at Twickenham on Saturday.
The absence of several frontline backs will force Rassie Erasmus to experiment with new individuals and combinations with a view to the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Western Province wing Sergeal Petersen has been included in a 36-man Springbok squad for their end-of-year tour.
Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen has officially been announced as a Blue Bulls player, the union confirmed on Friday.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says Damian Willemse will not be considered as an inside centre option in the lead-up to the 2019 World Cup, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Stellenbosch.