Bok coach: Kolbe still wasn’t ready for return
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber says Cheslin Kolbe was closely monitored in training this week, but that they did not want to prematurely rush him back to face the All Blacks.
Schalk Burger, now a world-class pundit, has viewers tuning in
Schalk Burger was one of the greatest players in world rugby, and he is now quickly becoming one of the most astute broadcast pundits in the modern game, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Preview: How Boks can upset the odds against All Blacks
The Boks will look to go back to basics as they seek to achieve a historic win over the All Blacks in Townsville on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Steyn, Jantjies will allow backs to ’empty the tank’
Faf de Klerk says experienced duo Elton Jantjies and Frans Steyn offer more value than just what meets the eye, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Springboks go soul-searching
The reaction from the Springbok camp following this past weekend’s loss to the Wallabies, and ahead of this Saturday’s blockbuster clash with the All Blacks, has been particularly revealing, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Pay attention to Plumtree: Boks will revert to default ‘DNA’
John Plumtree was spot on in his assessments ahead of this Saturday’s 100th Test between South Africa and New Zealand. The Boks will be “dangerous”, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Rivalry in numbers: 100 years of Boks vs All Blacks
With South Africa and New Zealand set to face off in the 100th Test between the sides, check out the key historic numbers from the game’s fiercest rivalry.
Nienaber laments almost inexplicable tackle misses
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber says it’s very difficult to explain why there were so many missed tackles against Australia for a second week in a row.
Worrying signs as Bok cracks widen
The Springboks have been bullied and beaten by a Wallabies side that has brutally exposed the shortcomings of the world champs, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Dobson: Libbok will be key to Stormers’ attacking game
Coach John Dobson believes new recruit Manie Libbok will fit perfectly into the Stormers’ vision to continue evolving their attacking game, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
