Roos: Duane backs me

As he prepares to make just his second Test appearance against Italy on Saturday, Evan Roos has revealed he received a message of support from Springbok veteran Duane Vermeulen.

Boks have discipline issue

Statistics show that the Springboks are in the top three worst teams in terms of yellow and red cards, while Ireland and France are the best-disciplined sides.

Hansen: Wallabies aren’t very smart

Former Brumbies winger turned Ireland star Mack Hansen has had a dig at the Wallabies in the build up to his maiden Test against the country of his birth.

Rassie: Bok star Am ‘a special player’

Springbok chief Rassie Erasmus has showered praise on the “incredible player” that is World Rugby Player of the Year nominee, Lukhanyo Am.

Sharks owner bashes ‘amateur’ refs

Sharks owner Marco Masotti has come out in support of Rassie Erasmus, calling for greater accountability from World Rugby around their Test referees.

‘Fearsome’ Italy target Bok scrum

Italy prop Ivan Nemer says the Azzurri will fancy their chances against the revered Springbok pack when the teams lock horns in Genoa on Saturday.

Du Preez twins ‘to play big games’ in the future

Mzwandile Stick did not mince his words when asked whether the Du Preez twins – Jean-Luc and Daniel – still have a future with the Springboks.

Bok fans crown Eben best of 2022

Fans have shredded World Rugby’s nominations for the 2022 Player of the Year award with Eben Etzebeth beating out a fellow Springbok for the prestigious accolade.

One Bok in end-of-year World XV

A formidable Springbok has been recognised among the standout performers during the November internationals under way in Europe.

Andre the giant gets golden Bok opportunity

Andre Esterhuizen has waited patiently for his opportunity and Jacques Nienaber hopes unleashing the chaos agent will get the Springboks back to winning ways against Italy on Saturday.