Jon Cardinelli

Jon Cardinelli

Du Preez gets Bok call-up

Sharks flank Jean-Luc du Preez has been called up to the Springbok squad ahead of their training camp in Plettenberg Bay.

Coetzee favours flair over grunt

Allister Coetzee has made a popular call to install Warren Whiteley as his Springbok captain and first-choice No 8. Whether it is the best decision for a team with everything to prove in 2017 is another story, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Calder’s eye for an edge

Dr Sherylle Calder’s visual awareness training is helping to improve the skills of England’s players, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Blitzboks triumph in Paris

The Blitzboks beat Scotland 15-5 in the final to win the Paris Sevens tournament and clinch the World Rugby Sevens Series title.

SA crowned series champs

The Blitzboks claimed the World Rugby Sevens Series title after arch-rivals England failed to qualify for the final of the tournament in Paris.