Patchy Boks need to put down marker

The attack, as well as the management of the subs, will be in the spotlight when the Springboks go hunting an 80-minute performance in Edinburgh, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Back-row dilemma for Erasmus

Rassie Erasmus faces a tough call between managing his top players and fielding a pack that can neutralise Scotland’s breakdown bandits, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Boks must address attacking ails

The Springboks need to start converting their attacking opportunities and making their own luck in big matches, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Blacklash buries England

The All Blacks rebounded from 15-0 down to beat England 16-15 at Twickenham on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Preview: England vs All Blacks

JON CARDINELLI looks ahead to the crunch match between England and the All Blacks at Twickenham on Saturday.

Back-row change to sharpen Boks

A change in personnel and mindset – particularly in the back row – will improve the Springboks’ chances of rebounding against France, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Ref howler a black eye for rugby

Too many contests are being ruined by a referee’s decisions – and in some instances, his refusal to take appropriate action – in the dying moments, writes JON CARDINELLI.

England punish blundering Boks

England held on to beat a misfiring Springbok side 12-11 at Twickenham on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Preview: England vs Springboks

Malcolm Marx, Duane Vermeulen and Pieter-Steph du Toit will have game-shaping roles to play in the must-win Test against England at Twickenham this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Brits: Territory key in northern conditions

Former Saracens star Schalk Brits says that an inexperienced Springbok side must make a mental and physical shift on the four-Test tour of the northern hemisphere. JON CARDINELLI reports.