All Blacks midfield: The Great Unknown
The All Blacks have built a relatively settled, experienced team since the 2015 World Cup, but they still don’t know their best midfield combination, writes GREGOR PAUL.
Mapimpi’s inspiring story
Mapimpi, regarded by many as South Africa’s best finisher, has improved other aspects of his game to become a more complete player, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Leyds is back to his best
Dillyn Leyds has been a star performer for the Stormers this year and is being mentioned in a national context once again, as reflected by his call up to the latest Bok camp, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Davids adding great value
Selvyn Davids has been a consistent performer for an inconsistent Blitzboks team this season, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
Du Plessis’ touching story
Bismarck du Plessis opens up to CRAIG LEWIS on life in France, the arrival of twin boys, a debilitating injury and his late father’s lasting legacy.
Pollard: How the boy became a man
Handré Pollard has gained valuable experience since the 2015 World Cup and become a more balanced player, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Game-reading Am a Space Invader
Sharks and Springbok centre Lukhanyo Am sees the game differently, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Who will be Boks’ third-choice hooker?
While Schalk Brits looks set to go to the World Cup with the Springboks, Bismarck du Plessis and Akker van der Merwe remain in the running. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Where are SA rugby’s black coaches?
Too few black coaches have been utilised and developed at Super Rugby and national levels over the past five years. JON CARDINELLI investigates why the franchises have failed to meet the targets.
SA rugby’s privatisation puzzle
In a challenging economic climate, privatisation in South African rugby has been touted as a possible means to add much-needed financial stability and professionalism to the game, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
