The importance of the SA A game against the British & Irish Lions has skyrocketed, not only to offer some much-needed competitive preparation in both camps, but also to breathe some excitement into a stop-start tour, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
While he has been signed as an ‘edge’ forward, Hacjivah Dayimani could be a revelation in the Stormers backline, writes DYLAN JACK.
Damian Willemse’s high work rate and intensity in looking to get involved in play against Georgia would have been particularly satisfying for the Springbok coaches, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
The implementation of laws related to high tackles requires greater consistency, writes former Springbok STEFAN TERBLANCHE.
Aphelele Fassi enjoyed a memorable Test debut, while Pieter-Steph du Toit sent out a reminder of his class against Georgia on Friday night. CRAIG LEWIS rates the triumphant Boks following their 40-9 win.
It’s been more than three years between Ox Nche’s first and second Test caps. His return to the Springbok fold is long awaited but fully deserved, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber are experts at finding solutions to tricky problems, writes SIMNIKIWE XABANISA.
The Springboks will need to be as mentally strong as they are physically prepared, in order to be competitive against the British & Irish Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
The Springboks will need to quickly rediscover team synergy before the highly anticipated Lions series, writes former captain JEAN DE VILLIERS.
Not many surprises are expected in the Springboks’ starting lineup for the British & Irish Lions series, but the bench will require some changes. Editor CRAIG LEWIS takes a closer look.
