Back-row poser for Lions, Springboks
Warren Whitely against France

Back-row poser for Lions, Springboks

The injury absence of Warren Whiteley is set to present both the Lions and Springboks’ coaches with plenty to ponder over their best loose-forward combination, writes CRAIG LEWIS. (more…)

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Springboks climb to fifth in rankings
The Springboks celebrate after the third Test against France

Springboks climb to fifth in rankings

The Springboks have regained fifth position in the World Rugby rankings after their 3-0 series whitewash of France. (more…)

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Defence pays dividends for Springboks
Springbok defence coach Brendan Venter

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. (more…)

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Venter to stay with Springboks
Allister Coetzee and Brendan Venter

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. (more…)

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Serfontein stars as Boks bash France
Jan Serfontein

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. (more…)

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Springboks finish off France
Jesse Kriel scores the Springboks' first try

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. (more…)

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Whiteley: Du Preez can be world’s best
Jean-Luc du Preez

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. (more…)

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Springboks vs France preview (3rd Test)
Jean-Luc du Preez at Kings Park

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. (more…)

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