Boks made hash of attack

The Springboks’ dismal use of possession meant they utterly failed to make the most of their one-man advantage against Ireland on Saturday, according to SARugbymag.co.za’s Opta-powered stats.

All Blacks overcome gutsy Wales

Waisake Naholo scored a brace of tries as the All Blacks battled to a 39-21 win over Wales in Auckland on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

North starred at Eden Park

Wales winger George North produced the standout performance in Saturday’s clash against the All Blacks, according to SARugbymag.co.za’s Opta-powered stats.

Boks aim to ‘lay down marker’

Captain Adriaan Strauss says the Springboks are determined to make a statement of intent as they embark on a new era under Allister Coetzee, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Mbalula: Quotas don’t help

Sports minister Fikile Mbalula is encouraged by the work being done to aid transformation, but has reiterated that ‘quotas are counterproductive’. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Kolisi to bring ‘something different’

Siya Kolisi says his footwork will need to set him apart as the Boks’ new blindside flank, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Faf won’t be boxed in

Faf de Klerk is fully aware that his decision-making will need to be spot on against Ireland, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

SA A stars can make their mark

An exciting backline must be given the freedom to express themselves when South Africa A take on the England Saxons in Bloemfontein on Friday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

All Blacks to slay Welsh dragons

A powerful pack should provide the foundation for a new-look All Blacks backline to cause havoc against Wales in Auckland on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Koch to see out Pumas contract

Springbok prop Vincent Koch will complete his Currie Cup obligations to the Pumas before joining English club Saracens at the end of the year. CRAIG LEWIS reports.