Hooper’s high value

Michael Hooper may be one of the world’s smallest loose forwards but he’s worth his weight in gold for the Wallabies, writes ALEX BROUN.

Carr vs Watson

Both players will have very different but potentially match-shaping roles to play in Port Elizabeth on Friday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

All Blacks will be beaten

The Springboks and Wallabies will know they are closer than ever to firing a few shots across the bows of the world champions, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Ex-Pumas skipper shifts focus

Juan Martín Fernández Lobbe will be able to concentrate on his own game after losing the Pumas captaincy, writes FRANKIE DEGES.

Flogged Boks may battle

Several key Springboks head into the Rugby Championship in desperate need of a rest. The Super Rugby franchises are once again to blame, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Smith will add value to Boks

Juan Smith has shown through his performances for Toulon that he has more to give as a top-flight rugby player, writes JON CARDINELLI.