Home Tests will be a game-changer for Boks
Even with limited or no fans, home-ground advantage will still be a series-defining benefit for the Springboks when they face the British & Irish Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Value added to Rainbow Cup by PSDT’s imminent return
From a Bok perspective, the opportunity for Pieter-Steph du Toit to return to competitive action in the early rounds of the Rainbow Cup is worth its weight in gold, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Closer look: Stormers’ options at hooker
All will not be lost for the Stormers even if Springbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi opts to leave Cape Town, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Rainbow Cup is critical for rugby industry
The PRO14 Rainbow Cup is a window to South African rugby’s future. It’s critical for the industry that this opportunity remains open for action, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Playing selector: Six Bok bolters for Lions series
As the British & Irish Lions series looms, CRAIG LEWIS picks six players who could be bolters for the Springbok squad.
Bok prospects looking brighter
A spark in form from players such as Damian de Allende should give rise to cautious optimism as the Springboks build towards the British & Irish Lions series, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Lions tour in SA needs limited fan concession
Stadiums at even quarter capacity would provide at least a semblance of much-needed atmosphere for the Boks’ series against the British & Irish Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Five players with spectator appeal
Although most rugby around the world continues to be played without stadium fans, CRAIG LEWIS takes a nostalgic look at South African players worth the price of admission.
What next for Pieter-Steph?
After an extended period on the sidelines and the prospect of now heading overseas, Pieter-Steph du Toit remains conspicuous by his absence. CRAIG LEWIS takes a closer look.
Steyn can still star for Boks
Frans Steyn is playing with the energy and enthusiasm of a youngster. The 33-year-old is surely set for a second shot at the British & Irish Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
