Boks revert to type
Allister Coetzee says that No 8 Duane Vermeulen and flyhalf Handré Pollard will be key as the Springboks look to play a pragmatic game against France. JON CARDINELLI in Paris reports.
Boks make 10 changes
Duane Vermeulen will start at No 8 for the Springboks against France in Paris on Saturday.
Changes to boost Boks
The move to start Duane Vermeulen and Handré Pollard should lead to an improved physical and tactical performance against France, writes JON CARDINELLI in London.
‘France bid win can still happen’
What the French newspapers are saying on Wednesday about the Test against the Springboks and the 2023 World Cup bid announcement.
Pollard ready to take charge
Handré Pollard feels that he has the patience as well as the tactical ability to lift the Springboks out of their current slump. JON CARDINELLI in London reports.
Coaching debacle shows poor planning
A bizarre situation that sees the Springboks losing their lineout coach and defence specialist in the middle of a four-Test tour could have have been avoided, writes JON CARDINELLI in Paris.
‘Week of truth for French rugby’
What the French newspapers are saying on Tuesday about the Test against the Springboks.
Wilco, Duane set to start
At least two personnel changes are expected ahead of the must-win clash against France this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Paris.
Boks face mental hurdle
Allister Coetzee admits that it will be tough to pick the Springboks up following their record-breaking loss to Ireland. JON CARDINELLI in Paris reports.
Owens to officiate Paris Test
Nigel Owens will be the referee for Saturday’s match between France and the Springboks.
