Boks to benefit from ‘Speckmagic’
The prospect of Rosko Specman making his Springbok debut at the age of 32 deserves more attention, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
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Wiese has unleashed the beast within
Jasper Wiese’s progression from unheralded grafter to Springbok contender for the Lions series, all within the space of a year, speaks volumes for his character, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Bok 45-man squad to be named on 5 June
Rassie Erasmus says he is encouraged by the form of many South African players who have been impressing in competitions around the world as the Lions series looms, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Did the Lions get it right with captaincy appointment?
Was it the correct call to appoint Alun Wyn Jones as British & Irish Lions captain? CRAIG LEWIS and DYLAN JACK debate.
Two former Currie Cup-winning captains return to WP
Two former captains have re-signed for Western Province and will return to Cape Town in July to join up with the team.
Coetzee is a back-row warrior worth Bok consideration
Marcell Coetzee’s imminent return to action could slot in as another important piece of the Springboks’ preparation puzzle for the British & Irish Lions tour, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Lood: I had to ask if my body is built for this game
Lood de Jager has had to find the strength to overcome a series of serious injuries, which left him questioning his future in the game, writes JON CARDINELLI in the latest SA Rugby magazine.
Poll: Who will win B&I Lions series?
Make your prediction in this poll below as to the outcome you are expecting at the end of the Springboks’ series against the British & Irish Lions.
WP denies big salaries have come back to bite
WPPR chairman Ebrahim Rasool has refuted reports suggesting WP Rugby is being put under administration, while also revealing the franchise is on the verge of securing a ‘global’ equity partner. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Boks stepping onto surer footing
The form of key overseas Boks such as Cheslin Kolbe and Damian de Allende will give rise to increasing optimism before the British & Irish Lions series, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
