Boks need answers at flyhalf, fullback
A thrilling victory against Wales at Loftus Versfeld served the powerful Springbok juggernaut yet another warning that the gearbox is long overdue for a service, writes ZELIM NEL.
Willemse excited for ‘special’ home Test start
After a breakout campaign for the Stormers, Damian Willemse says he’s got much more to offer as he prepares to start in the Springboks’ season-opener against Wales in Pretoria on Saturday.
Stormers hunt big Bok signing
The Stormers are in hot pursuit of a Springbok regular as a replacement for France-bound fullback Warrick Gelant next season.
Watch: Willie shines like a diamond
Griquas will contest their first Currie Cup final in 52 years on Saturday and, in celebration, be dazzled by one of the best Springboks produced by the Kimberley side – the mercurial Willie le Roux.
Watch: Willie too risky at 10?
With Jacques Nienaber having named his Springbok squad for the upcoming Test season, Swys de Bruin and Nick Mallett discuss the flyhalf selections should there be an injury to Handre Pollard or Elton Jantjies.
Saffas Abroad: Marx gets one over Bok teammates in Japan
SARugbymag.co.za wraps all the action involving South African players in England, France and Japan, including a look at how Malcolm Marx fared when he went head-to-head with Pieter-Steph du Toit.
Ex-France fullback: Kolbe can boost Boks at 15
South African-born former France fullback Scott Spedding says Cheslin Kolbe and Aphelele Fassi can provide good competition for Willie le Roux’s Springbok fullback spot.
Most watched: Mapimpi leaves Rassie in his dust
Makazole Mapimpi’s speed wasn’t only showcased on the field this year as a clip featuring the rapid Springbok flyer sped past two entries from Rassie Erasmus in the Top 5 videos in 2021.
Watch: Le Roux vs Hogg in spiral kick-off
Springbok fullback Willie le Roux takes on Scotland counterpart Stuart Hogg in a North-vs-South challenge to see who can launch the longest spiral kick.
Le Roux is a losing concern
The loss against England at Twickenham made it clear that the Springboks have some big calls to make in 2022, writes Zelim Nel.
