Analysis: South African impact on English Premiership

Following the culmination of the Premiership’s regular season, ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE crunched the numbers to see what impact South Africa’s players had on the competition.

Analysis: Age plot of Bok squad shows encouraging signs

The data shows that the Springbok squad chosen for the B&I Lions series boasts a strong core of experienced players in the prime of their careers.

Watch: How Smith got captain’s referral spot on

Take a look at this in-depth, visual analysis of Highlanders skipper Aaron Smith’s successful captain’s referral, a new law variation introduced in Super Rugby Aotearoa this season.

Watch: Ruck law analysis with Mallett, Swys

Nick Mallett and Swys de Bruin provide insight into how the ruck law should be applied, while providing examples of how the breakdown is being incorrectly officiated during Vodacom Super Rugby.

Analysis: De Klerk’s value to Boks

CRAIG LEWIS looks at some of Faf de Klerk’s important contributions last Saturday that demonstrates why he has become virtually irreplaceable for the Boks this season.

Analysis: Small Kolbe’s big plays

Ahead of Cheslin Kolbe’s first run-on start for the Springboks, CRAIG LEWIS looks at some crucial pieces of play that will embolden him for the battle against Australia.