Eben marvels at Herschel’s progress

Stand-in skipper Eben Etzebeth believes that the Springboks have found something special in scrumhalf Herschel Jantjies. JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg reports.

Watch: Springboks team photo

The Springbok team to face the Wallabies assembled for the team photo in Johannesburg on Friday, while captain and coach congratulated the three debutants.

Cheika: We have to watch Jantjies

Wallabies coach Michael Cheika believes the selection of scrumhalf Herschel Jantjies in the Springboks’ starting lineup is an indication of his talent.

Boks vs Wallabies: The duels that matter

The Springboks and Wallabies clash in the opening match of the Rugby Championship on Saturday. JOHN GOLIATH looks at some of key battles within the war at Ellis Park.

Stick: Herschel can be Bok great

Mzwandile Stick is backing scrumhalf Herschel Jantjies to make a big impact on debut against the Wallabies at Ellis Park. JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg reports.

A much-needed bolt from the blue

Herschel Jantjies’ emergence as the standout local scrumhalf this Vodacom Super Rugby season has been a revelation, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Who should be Boks’ backup at 9?

MARIETTE ADAMS and DYLAN JACK debate which scrumhalf in the current Springbok conditioning group should serve as the backup to Faf de Klerk.

Jantjies out of coastal derby

Stormers scrumhalf Herschel Jantjies has been ruled out of Saturday’s derby against the Sharks at Newlands, with a shoulder injury.

Picking a Bok bolter

Mariette Adams and Dylan Jack debate which uncapped player deserves Springbok recognition sooner rather than later.

Jantjies: I’m an instinctive player

Stormers scrumhalf Herschel Jantjies says he wants to continue growing as a player in his first full Vodacom Super Rugby season. DYLAN JACK reports.