Rugby Championship teams (Round 2)
Reflect on this weekend’s teams to play in round two of the Rugby Championship.
Aerial test looms for Boks at Cake Tin
The Springboks will face yet another test of their aerial and kicking abilities in an important clash with the All Blacks in Wellington, writes JON CARDINELLI.
All Blacks vs Boks: The duels that matter
The All Blacks and Springboks resume their fierce rivalry in the Rugby Championship in Wellington on Saturday. JOHN GOLIATH looks at some of the battles that could be key to winning the war.
‘Barrett, Mo’unga are world class’
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says it was the ‘right time’ to start both Beauden Barrett and Richie Mo’unga in the same backline.
Venter: Boks may be seen as favourites
Former Springbok Brendan Venter believes this weekend’s match between the All Blacks and Boks in Wellington could be vital for confidence ahead of the World Cup.
Flashback: How the 2018 Boks triumphed in Wellington
Ahead of the much-anticipated clash between the All Blacks and Springboks on Saturday, JOHN GOLIATH looks back at the defining moments from that epic 2018 Rugby Championship fixture between the two teams in Wellington.
Rugby Champs wish list (Round 2)
The SA Rugby magazine team identify what they would love to see come out of the second round of the Rugby Championship.
Boks in NZ: Only 4 reasons to smile
JON CARDINELLI reflects on four bright moments for the Springboks during the long night of New Zealand’s dominance at home.
Williams, Mo’unga start for All Blacks
Sonny Bill Williams has been named to start at inside centre when the All Blacks face the Springboks in Wellington on Saturday.
Kwagga could be Boks’ secret weapon
While Kwagga Smith is a good player on the ground and has a lot of speed to get to the breakdowns, it’s his link play and ability to read the game that may have given him the nod to play against the All Blacks, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
