Rassie: Why I’ve been active on Twitter

Rassie Erasmus has explained the reasoning behind his social-media engagements, while denying that a separate Twitter account is run by him as some onlookers have suspected. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Boks search for ‘smarter, improved’ execution

Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids says continuity in selection will be an important consideration this week, but has not ruled out the possibility of a couple of tactical team changes. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Boks must pass character test ahead of second Lions battle

The Springboks won’t be defined by Saturday’s defeat of minuscule margins, but rather the manner in which they respond will reveal their true championship qualities, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Boks: We let ourselves down, officials not to blame

Jacques Nienaber has lamented the Boks’ inability to cope with the Lions’ kicking game in the second half, rather than bemoan any officiating inconsistencies after their narrow defeat in Saturday’s first Test. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

‘If not for the pandemic, we’d have invited Duhan for braaivleis’

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and assistant coach Mzwandile Stick insist there will be no animosity towards South African-born British & Irish Lions wing Duhan van der Merwe on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Boks refuse to react to Lions bait

Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says the Springboks will do their talking between the “four lines” when they tackle the British & Irish Lions on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Erasmus can continue as water carrier, but may be monitored

Rassie Erasmus will be able to continue his role as a water carrier for the Springboks, but World Rugby have reportedly briefed officials to monitor the role he performs.

Reinach close to kicking down Bok door

Bok coach Jacques Nienaber has acknowledged there is very little that separates the three World Cup-winning scrumhalves in the national squad. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Ill-discipline costs Lions as Griquas claim victory

The Griquas surged to a 41-31 win over the Lions on Wednesday in a match that ended with the hosts playing with just 13 men at Ellis Park.

Watch: ‘Lions can’t kick the ball down Kolbe’s throat’

Coach Warren Gatland says the British & Irish Lions are expecting an aerial bombardment from the Springboks, but reiterates they’ve had conversations about ensuring they don’t kick on to Cheslin Kolbe.