Vermeulen’s journey of discovery

Playing and living in Toulon, Tokyo and Pretoria has given Duane Vermeulen a different perspective on the game, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Rugby Championship Preview: Rassie’s balancing act

Rassie Erasmus should view the Rugby Championship as a final opportunity to prepare the Springboks for the all-important World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Overseas stars push Boks to new level

Good planning and recruitment have the Springboks well placed to fire against both the Wallabies and All Blacks over the next two weeks, writes JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Stick: Herschel can be Bok great

Mzwandile Stick is backing scrumhalf Herschel Jantjies to make a big impact on debut against the Wallabies at Ellis Park. JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg reports.

Succession plan a must for blossoming Boks

Deon Davids’ presence in the Springbok camp raises new questions about the head coach position beyond 2019, writes JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Boks brace for test of pace, fitness

Speed will be key when the Springboks line up against the Wallabies in the Rugby Championship opener. JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg reports.

‘Kolisi still has key role to play’

Injured Springbok skipper Siya Kolisi will have an important off-field role to play over the course of the Rugby Championship. JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg reports.

Boks have proud record to protect

A weakened Springboks side will have everything to play for against the Wallabies at the Ellis Park fortress on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Bok B side has key role to play

The Rugby Championship will reveal whether the Springboks have the strength in depth to be a force at the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Province power game floors Bulls

Western Province produced a superior forward performance to beat the Blue Bulls 20-5 at Newlands on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.