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Bakkies calls it quits

Bok lock Bakkies Botha has retired from international rugby and hopes to play in next year's Currie Cup before hanging up his boots for good.

Boks cope in Italian cauldron

Jean de Villiers has lauded the Springboks’ discipline in what was a challenging and provocative environment, reports JON CARDINELLI in Padova.

Tour Tales – Padova

JON CARDINELLI on a prop’s conditioner woes, Italy’s rugby heartland, and a proposal on a Venetian gondola.

Bench sparks Boks to life

The Springboks fought tooth and nail for a 22-6 win against a fiery Italy side on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI at Stadio Euganeo.

‘More at stake than results’

Jean de Villiers says the Springboks need to improve their finishing and discipline in the next two matches against Italy and Wales, reports JON CARDINELLI in Padova.

Coenie and co must crush Italy

The accuracy and attitude of the Springbok forward performance will determine the margin of victory over Italy this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Padova.

Carr to meet Bok challenge

Nizaam Carr is determined to deliver a statement-making physical performance in his debut Test this Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Padova.