Steyn signing a boost for Boks

Frans Steyn’s commitment to the Cheetahs bodes well for the Springboks ahead of their next big assignment against the British & Irish Lions.

Covid-19 shock waves set rugby on new course

The coronavirus crisis is forcing players and stakeholders to make changes that will transform the game as we know it, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Thinking inside the box

Rugby unions are under pressure to generate creative solutions to financial and player management problems like never before, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Questions raised about rugby’s future

While a lot still needs to happen, SA Rugby’s pivot to the north would have a profound impact on both hemispheres, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Ambitious Boks continue to strike right balance

The public reaction to the World Cup victory as well as Rassie Erasmus’ insistence that it’s a springboard to greater things bode well for the sport in South Africa, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Boks must kick on in buildup to RWC

Game management and goal-kicking will separate the top teams in the final round of the Rugby Championship and at the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Bok B side has key role to play

The Rugby Championship will reveal whether the Springboks have the strength in depth to be a force at the World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Small leaves giant mark on SA sport

Springbok wing James Small should be remembered for his courage in the face of adversity as much as his speed and finishing strengths, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Boks still losing player tug of war

The decision to play and ultimately risk Handré Pollard this week is not in the Springboks’ World Cup interests, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Saluting Burger, the ultimate warrior

Schalk Burger will be remembered as one of the toughest players to wear the Springbok jersey, writes JON CARDINELLI.