Ref howler a black eye for rugby
Too many contests are being ruined by a referee’s decisions – and in some instances, his refusal to take appropriate action – in the dying moments, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Twitter reaction to Farrell tackle
How Twitter reacted to referee Angus Gardner’s decision not to penalise England’s Owen Farrell for a dangerous tackle.
Boks only have themselves to blame
A shocking last-minute decision from referee Angus Gardner should not be used as an excuse for the Springboks’ disappointing defeat to England on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
England punish blundering Boks
England held on to beat a misfiring Springbok side 12-11 at Twickenham on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.
Kolisi keen for Twickenham ‘debut’
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says he is excited to run out for his first game at Twickenham on Saturday.
Tuilagi out, Ashton in for England
England have suffered a late blow ahead of their Test against the Springboks with Manu Tuilagi ruled out due to a groin injury.
‘England will try run Boks off their feet’
Former England wing Austin Healey believes Eddie Jones’ team selections for Saturday’s Test could work out if they avoid an arm-wrestle with the Springbok forwards.
Whiteley expects physical England
Warren Whiteley is still anticipating a physical approach from England despite a lack of experience in their pack for the clash at Twickenham on Saturday.
Tuilagi doubted England return
Manu Tuilagi has revealed he did not think he would play for England again after suffering a succession of injuries.
Preview: England vs Springboks
Malcolm Marx, Duane Vermeulen and Pieter-Steph du Toit will have game-shaping roles to play in the must-win Test against England at Twickenham this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.
