Bok door open for URC stars
Jacques Nienaber has not shut the door completely on potentially recalling players from the local franchises for their home Test against Argentina, as the new European season gets under way this weekend.
Nienaber: ‘Hostile environment’ to test Boks
Jacques Nienaber is hopeful of an improved defensive effort from a Springbok team in a “pressure situation” when they take on Argentina in Buenos Aires.
Bok backups get chance to prove World Cup worth in ‘semi-final’
Coach Jacques Nienaber has aimed to balance giving opportunites to players in the wider Springbok squad, while also targeting a win in the crucial Test against Argentina.
Louw, Esterhuizen recalled to front Argentina
Elrigh Louw and Andre Esterhuizen have been recalled to the Springboks’ match-day squad, with Duane Vermeulen dropped, for the Rugby Championship clash with Argentina on Saturday.
By the numbers: Boks dominant against Pumas
Get all the important numbers that matter provided by Opta for the Rugby Championship between Argentina and the Springboks in Buenos Aires on Saturday.
Rassie breaks silence on Elton saga
Rassie Erasmus has been drawn to comment on the saga involving Springbok flyhalf Elton Jantjies.
Saru president: Jantjies accusations just ‘gossip’
In its first public comment on the matter, SA Rugby has brushed off the saga involving Springbok flyhalf Elton Jantjies as just “hearsay” and “gossip”.
Bongi boosts Boks in Buenos Aires
Bongi Mbonambi has joined the Springboks in Buenos Aires on Monday after completing the initial stages of his recovery from the knee injury that has sidelined him since the second round of the Rugby Championship.
Willemse to stay at 10, Boks consider Jantjies saga ‘dealt with’
Damian Willemse will start at flyhalf for the Springboks who say they remain focused despite Elton Jantjies’ early exit from the tour to Argentina.
Arendse waiting in wings for Bok return
Kurt-Lee Arendse has shrugged off a four-week suspension and is eager for a Springbok recall to face Argentina in Durban next week.
