Libbok given licence to thrill as debut awaits
Manie Libbok could make his Test debut at a crucial period of the match against France on Saturday and the Springboks will allow him to play his natural game if he is called on.
Boks wary of France’s anaconda trap
Jacques Nienaber says the Springboks are on guard to avoid being “strangled” by a France outfit that will go into Saturday’s Test on an 11-game unbeaten run.
Is Duane still SA’s best No 8?
Duane Vermeulen has been rated as one of the standout players in his position this year, despite having taken a backseat for the world champion Springboks.
Willemse to bounce back, roast Roosters
Damian Willemse will benefit from a more focused and structured Springbok game plan in a redemptive performance at flyhalf against France on Saturday, writes DYLAN JACK.
Kriel: Boks can all learn from Willie
Jesse Kriel and Jacques Nienaber have highlighted the importance of Willie le Roux’s communication and ability to “see space” as a driver in the Springboks’ attacking game plan.
Boks trust Kolbe with goal-kicking against France
Jacques Nienaber has confirmed that Cheslin Kolbe will be the primary goalkicker for the Springboks when they take on France in Marseille on Saturday.
Watch: Aplon arrives on the Test scene
Gio Aplon announced himself to the world when he starred with his first Test tries against France at Newlands in 2010.
Arendse part of Bok recipe to unlock France
Jacques Nienaber heavily implied that Kurt-Lee Arendse and Willie le Roux were picked in the Springbok back three to deal with France’s kicking game and iron-clad defence.
Nienaber banks on canny Cobus as Springbok supersub
Jacques Nienaber says Montpellier halfback Cobus Reinach will bring a “different dimension” to the Bok attack and offer insight into France for the clash in Marseille on Saturday.
Willie starts, Manie set for Bok debut
Manie Libbok is set to make his Test debut as the Springboks have rotated their lineup for the clash against France in Marseille on Saturday.
