Bulls bid farewell to key player

Despite Jake White’s best efforts, the Vodacom Bulls have failed to convince a key lock to turn down an overseas move and extend his stay with the franchise.

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.

Watch: Kolisi tears Les Bleus to shreds in Shark Tank

Siya Kolisi scored a try and picked up two try assists when the Springboks hosted France in the second of a three-Test series at Kings Park in 2017.

Rassie accused of ‘sociopathic obsession’

Rassie Erasmus’ latest social media post highlighting officiating discrepancies during the Test between the Springboks and Ireland has been heavily criticised in the UK media.