Defence pays dividends for Springboks
The Springboks have embraced uncompromising defence as part of their new team identity and the results have been emphatic, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Venter to stay with Springboks
Allister Coetzee says that Brendan Venter will remain with the Springboks as a defensive consultant. JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg reports.
Serfontein stars as Boks bash France
Jan Serfontein capped off a fine series with a standout performance in the Boks’ 35-12 win over France at Ellis Park on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Springboks finish off France
The Springboks powered their way to a 35-12 win and 3-0 series whitewash of France on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI at Ellis Park.
Ioane double sinks Lions
Rieko Ioane scored a brace as the All Blacks thumped the British & Irish Lions 30-15 in Auckland to take a 1-0 lead in the series. JON CARDINELLI reports.
SA A brush off Baa-Baas to clinch series
South Africa A overcame a red-card setback to beat the French Barbarians 48-28 on Friday and win the series 2-0, reports JON CARDINELLI at Orlando Stadium.
Whiteley: Du Preez can be world’s best
Captain Warren Whiteley feels that Test rookie Jean-Luc du Preez, as well as the Springbok back row as a unit, could go on to great things. JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg reports.
16 Springbok facts and milestones
For the third Test against France at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Newlands to host All Blacks Test
Western Province Rugby has obtained the required safety certificate for Newlands Stadium, which will allow the iconic venue to host the Rugby Championship Test between the Boks and the All Blacks in October.
Springboks vs France preview (3rd Test)
The Springboks should be looking to KO France at Ellis Park this Saturday and ride the momentum of a 3-0 series victory into the all-important Rugby Championship, writes JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.
