De Klerk: You have to adapt to survive

Faf de Klerk’s energy has breathed new life into the Springbok attack, writes JON CARDINELLI.

How Rassie boosted Bok depth: Part 2

JON CARDINELLI looks at the forwards used by the Springboks since 2018 and why Rassie Erasmus faces a healthy selection headache ahead of the World Cup squad announcement.

How Rassie boosted Bok depth: Part 1

JON CARDINELLI looks at the backline players used by the Springboks since 2018 and why Rassie Erasmus faces a healthy selection headache ahead of the World Cup squad announcement.

RWC squad: Will Rassie balance the scales?

JON CARDINELLI identifies the frontrunners for World Cup selection as well as the factors that could influence Rassie Erasmus’ thinking.

Nkosi brace boosts scrappy Boks

Sbu Nkosi scored two tries in the Springboks’ scrappy 24-18 win over Argentina at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Mo’unga sparks All Blacks to life

Richie Mo’unga scored 14 points as the All Blacks thumped the Wallabies 36-0 in Auckland to retain the Bledisloe Cup. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Boks mustn’t lose winning feeling

It’s vital that a mix-and-match Springbok combination maintains the side’s undefeated streak in the lead-up to the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Last chance saloon for Cup hopefuls

Marcell Coetzee and several others will have the chance to perform in the final Test before the Springboks depart for the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Boks can’t afford to gamble at 9

Rassie Erasmus should include a third specialist scrumhalf at the expense of a back-three option in his 31-man World Cup squad, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Rassie’s dilemma: Cotton wool or continuity?

While several first-choice players deserve a break others may benefit from a run against Argentina in the final friendly before the team departs for the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.