‘Refreshed’ De Klerk targets next level
Springbok scrumhalf Faf de Klerk hopes to reap the benefits of a rare ‘pre-season’ programme in the lead-up to the World Cup. JON CARDINELLI reports.
Bosch should follow Barrett’s path to success
Curwin Bosch would have been much better off sharpening his game in the Springboks’ camp than preparing for a watered-down Currie Cup with the Sharks, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
Kolisi injury raises Bok captaincy question
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus looks set to explore a few captaincy alternatives in the Rugby Championship, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Four new caps in All Blacks squad
Crusaders backs Sevu Reece and Braydon Ennor are among the four newcomers in the All Blacks’ 39-man squad for their first two Rugby Championship matches.
Overseas stars can provide World Cup oomph
The addition of overseas-based players should ensure that the Boks arrive for the World Cup in Japan fresh and with a game-changing bench, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
Nations Championship fate set to be decided
World Rugby has set a deadline of this Friday for their Nations Championship proposal to be approved or rejected by the leading rugby nations.
Pumas surprise with squad
Coach Mario Ledesma has included five European-based players in Argentina’s 46-man squad for the Rugby Championship.
Coetzee deserves Bok shot
Marcell Coetzee deserves the opportunity to play himself into the Springboks’ World Cup squad by featuring in the shortened Rugby Championship, writes DYLAN JACK.
Rugby Championship schedule confirmed
Sanzaar has confirmed the abbreviated six-match schedule for this year’s Rugby Championship, which will see the Springboks play just one match at home.
Super Rugby final set for neutral venue?
Broadcasters have presented Sanzaar with a wishlist that includes a neutral Vodacom Super Rugby final venue, marquee signings and a tour-based Rugby Championship.
