Duane: Boks can be World Cup force

Duane Vermeulen says there is still time for South African rugby to address its issues ahead of the 2019 World Cup. JON CARDINELLI in Cardiff reports.

Limited Boks need coaching X factor

Rousing forward performances against France and Italy should not overshadow the Springboks’ tactical and technical shortcomings, writes JON CARDINELLI.

‘We fought for each other’

Handré Pollard says that the performance against Italy highlighted the growing spirit in the Springbok camp. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.

Coetzee hails ‘best’ pack showing

Allister Coetzee believes that the Springbok pack delivered one of its most emphatic performances against Italy. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.

Boks bulldoze Italy

The Springbok forwards bossed the set pieces and collisions to power their side to a 35-6 victory over Italy on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI at Stadio Euganeo reports.

Boks push for ‘final’ flourish

The Springboks are determined to send Duane Vermeulen, Francois Louw, Franco Mostert and Elton Jantjies off with a convincing victory against Italy. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.

Preview: Italy vs Springboks

The Springboks’ accuracy at the breakdowns and in front of goal will be under scrutiny this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Padua.

Gelant should have fronted Italy

Springbok coach Allister Coetzee has missed a trick by picking fullback Andries Coetzee ahead of Warrick Gelant in the starting side, writes JON CARDINELLI in Padua.

‘Bongi must play natural game’

Allister Coetzee admits that Bongi Mbonambi will bring something different to the hooker position in what will be the player’s first Test start on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.

Du Toit too good to pigeonhole

Forwards coach Matt Proudfoot says that Pieter-Steph du Toit has the talent to star at both lock and loose forward and shouldn’t be forced to settle in one position. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.