Kwagga: I can’t describe my excitement

Kwagga Smith says he can’t wait to return to Test rugby when the Springboks clash with the All Blacks in Wellington on Saturday.

‘Barrett, Mo’unga are world class’

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says it was the ‘right time’ to start both Beauden Barrett and Richie Mo’unga in the same backline.

Venter: Boks may be seen as favourites

Former Springbok Brendan Venter believes this weekend’s match between the All Blacks and Boks in Wellington could be vital for confidence ahead of the World Cup.

Cheetahs bring in Adonis

Darren Adonis will start at fullback in the only change to the starting lineup facing Griquas in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Van Staden starts for Bulls

Marco van Staden will start in one of two changes to the Vodacom Bulls’ starting lineup for their match against the Pumas in Nelspruit on Saturday.

Matera to lead Pumas

Argentina coach Mario Ledesma has made five changes to his side ahead of their clash with Australia in Brisbane on Saturday.

Leyds back to boost Province

Dillyn Leyds returns to the Western Province side to play the Golden Lions at Newlands this Saturday.

Rugby Champs wish list (Round 2)

The SA Rugby magazine team identify what they would love to see come out of the second round of the Rugby Championship.

Orie back for WP clash

Marvin Orie will start when the Golden Lions face Western Province at Newlands this Saturday.

Leali’ifano starts, O’Connor on bench

Michael Cheika has made a host of backline changes ahead of the Wallabies’ clash with Argentina in Brisbane on Saturday.