Lions run WP ragged

The Golden Lions scored five tries in their 35-33 hammering of WP in Johannesburg on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Boks need Pollard to fire

The goal-kicking and game management of Handré Pollard will need to be on point for the Springboks to beat the All Blacks in Wellington, writes JON CARDINELLI.

A hundred reasons to smile

Jean de Villiers and Bryan Habana deserve to be celebrated regardless of the Springboks' results in Australasia, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Read vs Vermeulen

The two standout No 8s in world rugby will have a big role to play in the epic Test between the All Blacks and Springboks in Wellington, writes JON CARDINELLI.

De Villiers plays down milestone

While he concedes it's a big moment in his career, Jean de Villiers hopes his 100th Test cap won't distract the Springboks from their task of beating the All Blacks in Wellington.

Kaplan slams shocking refs

Former Test referee Jonathan Kaplan has slammed George Clancy for his 'bizarre' and incorrect decision to yellow card Bryan Habana in last Saturday's Test.

Bok hopes hinge on Wellington win

The Springboks need to beat the All Blacks in New Zealand on Saturday to keep their Rugby Championship title dreams alive, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Ref standards hit new low

The poor standard of officiating needs to be addressed sooner rather than later, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Wallabies end Boks’ winning streak

Bernard Foley kicked a 79th-minute conversion to hand the Wallabies a 24-23 win over the Springboks in Perth. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Le Roux outshines Folau

Willie le Roux made the greater all-round contribution in the Test match in Perth on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.