Louw thriving under pressure
Wilco Louw believes his early introduction to northern-hemisphere scrummaging conditions will aid his development as a Test tighthead, writes JON CARDINELLI in Padua.
Wily Parisse a worry for Boks
The Springboks are wary of Italy’s tactics at the mauls and breakdowns following last year’s shock loss in Florence. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.
Boks must adapt to ref, conditions
Forwards coach Matt Proudfoot is confident that the Springboks will make the necessary adjustments when coming up against Italy and referee Romain Poite on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.
Watch: Springbok press conference
What assistant coach Matt Proudfoot and prop Wilco Louw had to say at Tuesday’s press conference in Padua.
Jake: Boks already far behind
Jake White says the Springboks are unlikely to turn things around before the 2019 World Cup in Japan.
Pressure builds on coaches
The short-handed Springbok coaching staff needs all the help it can get ahead of the Tests against Italy and Wales, writes JON CARDINELLI in Padua.
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.
Coetzee: Frans has big call to make
Springbok coach Allister Coetzee has revealed that there are club-related ‘issues’ which have contributed to the ongoing omission of World Cup-winner Frans Steyn. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.
Boks stay fifth in rankings
The Springboks remain fifth in the World Rugby rankings after their 18-17 win against France in Paris on Saturday.
