Dynamic Ox offers trump card for Boks
The decision to start prop Ox Nche against the British & Irish Lions is a standout feature of a Springbok forward unit packed with mobility, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
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Lions star: We’re all aware of Kolbe’s skills, threats
British & Irish Lions wing Anthony Watson says there is much more to the Springboks than huge forwards and brilliant tactical kickers, singling out Cheslin Kolbe as a huge threat.
Bok coach: Why we trust Kwagga at No 8
Bok coach Jacques Nienaber says Kwagga Smith will bring different skills at eighthman, but believes it’s not actually all that dissimilar to what Duane Vermeulen offered in the role, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Kolisi cleared to captain Boks, Kwagga to start at 8
Siya Kolisi has overcome a Covid-19 setback and will lead the Springboks against the British & Irish Lions in the highly anticipated first Test at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
Mallett: Phenomenal Kolbe is key to Boks’ counter-attack
Nick Mallett and Swys de Bruin believe the Springboks can take advantage of poor kicking from the British & Irish Lions through their counter-attacking strategy, with Cheslin Kolbe at the heart.
Why the Boks should be bullish
There is good reason for the Springboks to enter the British & Irish Lions series with confidence, writes MARK KEOHANE in the latest SA Rugby magazine.
Pollard: Don’t worry about Boks, we will be ready
Handre Pollard personally feels the Boks’ style of play when sticking to their traditional strengths is the “most beautiful thing in the world”, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Ultimate showdown: Boks vs Lions 12-year wait is finally over
The Springboks are ready to tackle the British & Irish Lions after an intense and intricate buildup to the long-awaited series, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
New issue: Boks set sights on taming Lions
Get your hands on the latest SA Rugby magazine, now on sale, for all you need to know ahead of the three-Test series between the Boks and British & Irish Lions.
Blitzboks coach placed in isolation
Blitzboks coach Neil Powell has produced a positive Covid-19 result and has been admitted to an isolation facility in Kagashimo where the sevens squad are currently in a pre-Olympics training camp.
