Boks have pull in player tug-of-war

The selection of overseas-based players increasingly requires a delicate balancing act from the Boks, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Three takeaways from past weekend

What we learned from round eight of the Currie Cup, according to CRAIG LEWIS.

‘I never want to let Bok jersey go’

Willie le Roux says a spell in the international wilderness reignited his determination to earn a Springbok recall, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Analysis: Boks’ territorial tactics

CRAIG LEWIS takes a closer look at the Boks’ astute kicking strategy that left the All Blacks frustrated and frazzled in the first half at Loftus last Saturday.

Powell: Nel deserved Bok call-up

Blitzboks coach Neil Powell says Ruhan Nel has always boasted the all-round attributes to make it to the highest level in fifteens, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

World Rugby approves revised TMO trial

A revised TMO protocol will be trialled during the tier-one Test matches in November with the aim of leaving greater decision-making responsibility with the on-field officials.

Du Preez boost for Sharks, Boks

Springbok and Sharks flank Jean-Luc du Preez has returned to training and will be available for the Currie Cup playoffs, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Brits heading back to the Cape?

Springbok hooker Schalk Brits has been linked with a return to the Stormers.

Lions to fight for Mostert

The Lions remain locked in a ‘dispute’ with English club Gloucester over the signing of Bok lock Franco Mostert.

‘Bok belief is growing’

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks’ recent performances against the All Blacks have made him hopeful of the team’s chances at next year’s World Cup, writes CRAIG LEWIS.