Rassie explains Akker omission
Springbok hooker Akker van der Merwe

Rassie explains Akker omission

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says Akker van der Merwe was left out of the squad for the November Tests because he needs Schalk Brits’ experience. (more…)

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Springboks set for multiple changes
Duane Vermeulen scores against England

Springboks set for multiple changes

The Springboks will be forced to make at least five changes to their starting lineup for Saturday’s clash against England at Twickenham, writes CRAIG LEWIS. (more…)

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Mostert to miss England Test
Franco Mostert carries against England

Mostert to miss England Test

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says he has decided not to use Franco Mostert in Saturday’s Test against England at Twickenham. (more…)

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Erasmus will get backline answers
Damian Willemse

Erasmus will get backline answers

The absence of several frontline backs will force Rassie Erasmus to experiment with new individuals and combinations with a view to the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI. (more…)

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‘Black Bok players are picked on merit’
Siya Kolisi leads the Boks in celebration

‘Black Bok players are picked on merit’

SA Rugby president Mark Alexander believes Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has done a ‘great job’ on the transformation front this year. CRAIG LEWIS reports. (more…)

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Vermeulen back, Beast out of Bok tour
Duane Vermeulen against England

Vermeulen back, Beast out of Bok tour

Duane Vermeulen has been included in a 20-man Springbok training squad, while Beast Mtawarira has been ruled out of the end-of-year tour due to injury. (more…)

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