Preparation beats pressure – Burger

Former Springbok flank Schalk Burger believes that if you want to enjoy success at the World Cup then your preparation needs to put you in the best possible position, writes WADE PRETORIUS.

Hansen wants a ‘200% improvement’

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has demanded an improved performance, particularly from his forward pack, following their record defeat by the Australians in Perth last weekend.

Burger sees silver lining as Swys exits

Former Springbok flank Schalk Burger believes Rassie Erasmus has an opportunity to bring in new ideas following assistant coach Swys De Bruin’s departure.

‘Consistency is what we want from refs’

Former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers says it will be important to see consistency among the top tier of referees at the World Cup in Japan this year.

Rassie keen on versatile Coetzee

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus is excited to see what Marcell Coetzee offers at No 8 against Argentina at Loftus on Saturday.

Rassie: Make or break for RWC hopefuls

Bok coach Rassie Erasmus has hinted that Saturday’s warm-up match against Argentina will serve as the last opportunity for fringe players to bid for a place in the 31-man World Cup squad.

Rugby Championship Player of the Week (Round 3)

Handre Pollard’s record 31-point contribution for the Springboks in their 46-13 Rugby Championship win over Argentina earns him Player of the Week.

Bok call-ups force Dobson’s hand

Western Province coach John Dobson has been forced to make several changes to the starting lineup for Friday’s clash against Griquas in Kimberley.

Lood keen to perform in Loftus swansong

Lock Lood de Jager says getting game time against Argentina this weekend will help him build up a head of steam for the Boks’ World Cup campaign.

Dyantyi in race against time

Injured Springbok wing Aphiwe Dyantyi is back in training with the Golden Lions, but is only expected to be fit in three weeks’ time. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.