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.
Wallabies lose Giteau
Matt Giteau has been ruled out of Australia's Rugby Championship match against Argentina in Mendoza this weekend with a sternum injury.
Tevita Kuridrani’s match-winning try
The centre's 82nd-minute score gave the Wallabies a 24-20 win against the Springboks.
Injury concerns for Boks
Victor Matfield and Marcell Coetzee are not expected to feature in the Boks’ next Test against the All Blacks on July 25.
