Rassie reaps benefits of back-row shuffle
The battle for back-row places will intensify over the next fortnight as players look to stake a final claim ahead of the World Cup squad announcement, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Playing Selector: Bok pack predictions
Ahead of this Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash in Salta, JON CARDINELLI and CRAIG LEWIS speculate as to who will feature in the Bok pack against Argentina.
Playing Selector: Bok backline predictions
Ahead of this Saturday’s Rugby Championship finale in Salta, MARIETTE ADAMS and DYLAN JACK speculate as to who will feature in the Bok backline against Argentina.
Am forms key piece in Boks’ defensive puzzle
Lukhanyo Am’s anticipation and awareness are important factors in the Springboks’ high-risk, high-reward defensive structure, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
The pack I’d pick to front the All Blacks
A loose-trio combination of Marcell Coetzee, Siya Kolisi and Duane Vermeulen would offer great value in the Springboks’ World Cup opener against the All Blacks, writes former Bok hooker JAMES DALTON.
Boks ‘understand Argentina challenge’
Springbok assistant coach Matt Proudfoot says they will make some ‘brave calls this week’ in preparation for Saturday’s clash with Argentina in Salta.
WP coach: Kolisi is fit to play
Western Province coach John Dobson has confirmed that Siya Kolisi will play in their Currie Cup match against the Pumas on Friday.
Special report: Plugging the player drain
The exodus of players overseas has forced SA Rugby to revise its contracting model and player-management approach. JON CARDINELLI reports.
Poite to officiate Boks in Argentina
French referee Romain Poite will take charge of the Springboks’ Rugby Championship clash with Argentina in Salta on Saturday.
The weekend on social media
The SA Rugby magazine team rounds up what the rugby community shared on social media this past weekend.
