How Toulon benefited Habana
Tough times at Toulon helped make Bryan Habana a better player and a better person.
Kiwi defence has point to prove
All Blacks No 8 Kieran Read says the Springbok attack will be difficult to contain at Ellis Park on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.
Brüssow recall a game-changer
Heinrich Brüssow will bring something new to the Springbok dynamic in the coming matches, and at the subsequent World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Jesse Kriel’s first Test try
The 21-year-old centre crossed the line early in the second half against the Wallabies in Brisbane.
Matfield to miss Kiwi clash
Victor Matfield’s injury will force Heyneke Meyer to select a new captain for the coming Test against the All Blacks, reports JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.
Boks recall Van der Merwe
Flip van der Merwe has been called up to the Springbok squad after an injury to captain Victor Matfield.
‘Jannie made a statement’
Pieter de Villiers says Bok prop Jannie du Plessis proved his critics wrong with a powerful all-round performance in Brisbane, reports JON CARDINELLI, in Johannesburg.
Boks on back foot
The Springboks’ Rugby Championship title hopes hang by a thread due to a couple of unfavourable results and a demanding travel schedule. JON CARDINELLI reports.
Boks at breakdown
Schalk Burger, Marcell Coetzee and Bismarck du Plessis all made crucial turnovers in Brisbane.
Jean pleased with progress
Jean de Villiers is happy with his physical preparation ahead of the World Cup, despite a tight calf.
