‘Brilliant’ Nienaber key to Bok success
Rassie Erasmus has praised former army buddy Jacques Nienaber for the role he’s played in reviving the Springbok brand over the past 18 months. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Head to Head: Stay or go with Willie?
Mariette Adams and Dylan Jack debate whether the Springboks should persist or desist with Willie le Roux at fullback for their semi-final against Wales on Sunday.
Boks welcome level playing field
Assistant coach Matt Proudfoot says it will suit the Springboks to play against Wales at a neutral venue for a change.
Leitch: We’re prepared for Boks
Japan Captain Michael Leitch says his team is prepared for their challenging World Cup quarter-final against the Springboks in Tokyo.
Pienaar on standby for worst-case scenario
Rassie Erasmus has revealed that Ruan Pienaar will join the Springbok squad if there is a serious injury at scrumhalf in the coming weeks. JON CARDINELLI in Kobe reports.
Habana: Japan Boks an asset
Bryan Habana believes the Springboks’ playing experience in Japan will benefit South Africa at the World Cup later this year.
Five overseas Boks to watch in 2019
JON CARDINELLI looks at five overseas-based South Africans who may well force their way into the Springboks’ World Cup squad.
