‘Boks putting bodies on the line’

Jesse Kriel says a mental shift and improvement in conditioning have been integral to the success of the Springboks’ new-look defensive system, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Pretoria.

De Allende to return for Boks

Damian de Allende and Jesse Kriel are set to start their 11th Test as a centre combination in the Springboks’ clash against the All Blacks this Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Pretoria.

‘All Blacks will be firing at 120%’

Handré Pollard says the Springboks have to be prepared to match the intensity and accuracy of a fired-up All Blacks side this Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Pretoria.

Pollard: I’ve worked hard at goal-kicking

Handré Pollard says he made a few ‘small tweaks’ in order to re-establish his goal-kicking rhythm. CRAIG LEWIS reports from Pretoria.

Hansen: Williams is world class

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has hailed Sonny Bill Williams’ unique set of skills ahead of Saturday’s Test against the Springboks, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Pretoria.

Captaincy a good fit for Kolisi

The Springbok captaincy has empowered Siya Kolisi as a player, but he self-admittedly remains on a learning curve as a Test leader, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Boks eye some more history

The Springboks will be targeting back-to-back wins over the All Blacks for the first time since 2009 when they meet their traditional foes at Loftus this Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Pretoria.

Five takeaways from past weekend

What we learned from the fifth round of the Rugby Championship, according to CRAIG LEWIS.

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.

Preview: Springboks vs Wallabies

The Springboks could continue to pile the pressure on the All Blacks by claiming a good win over the Wallabies this Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Port Elizabeth.