Rugby Championship

Joel Stransky’s World Cup recipe

In a feature with SA Rugby magazine, legendary Springbok flyhalf Joel Stransky weighs in on the Boks’ World Cup preparations and aspirations.

Split squad to provide double boost

Rassie Erasmus’ plan to split the squad over the first two Rugby Championship Tests will benefit the Springboks in the short and long term, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Dobson: No update on Kolisi yet

Western Province coach John Dobson says he has not yet heard anything on Siya Kolisi’s injury situation after it was mentioned that the Springbok captain may make his comeback in the Currie Cup. DYLAN JACK reports.

Wallabies call on O’Connor, Pocock

James O’Connor and David Pocock have been called up to join the Wallabies squad in Johannesburg ahead of their Rugby Championship match against the Springboks next week.

Paper talk: Steyn committed, Du Preez twins in demand

A round-up of what some of South Africa’s leading Sunday papers are saying, including an update on Frans Steyn’s commitment to the Springboks.

Creevy urges teammates to realign focus

Agustin Creevy has encouraged his Jaguares teammates to move on from Saturday’s runner-up finish in Vodacom Super Rugby, believing they ‘will have more many more finals’.

Fresh injury blow for Williams

All Blacks centre Sonny Bill Williams is doubtful for their first Rugby Championship Test against Argentina after suffering a hamstring injury.

Erasmus explains overseas additions

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says there are still a few logistical issues to sort out before Frans Steyn can be with the squad full time.

Springboks to mix and match

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says he is mindful of ensuring that each player in the squad gets enough game time in the Rugby Championship before their World Cup campaign.