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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Rassie: Willemse isn’t being messed around
Damian Willemse at Bok training

Rassie: Willemse isn’t being messed around

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says Damian Willemse will not be considered as an inside centre option in the lead-up to the 2019 World Cup, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Stellenbosch. (more…)

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Aplon recall likely, Mostert in limbo
Gio Aplon playing for Toyota Verblitz

Aplon recall likely, Mostert in limbo

Rassie Erasmus says Gio Aplon may prove a useful alternative to Springbok fullback Willie le Roux on the four-Test tour of Europe this November. JON CARDINELLI reports from Stellenbosch. (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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Springboks must make end-of-year statement
Siya Kolisi against Wales last year

Springboks must make end-of-year statement

The Springboks should be quietly confident of enjoying a positive return on the November tour to the northern hemisphere, writes CRAIG LEWIS. (more…)

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