Springboks

Kolisi camp refutes overseas rumours

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi’s agent has rubbished reports linking the player to an overseas move after next year’s World Cup.

Analysis: Boks’ territorial tactics

CRAIG LEWIS takes a closer look at the Boks’ astute kicking strategy that left the All Blacks frustrated and frazzled in the first half at Loftus last Saturday.

Dobson: Du Plessis a potential Bok

Western Province coach John Dobson says centre Dan du Plessis has the potential to play internationally after naming him in his starting XV to face the Blue Bulls on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

‘Bok substitutions not well thought out’

Brendan Venter says Rassie Erasmus shouldn’t have brought on his substitutes so late in the game against the All Blacks at Loftus.

English clubs circle around captain Kolisi

Saracens, Wasps and Sale are reportedly looking to sign Springbok captain Siya Kolisi after next year’s World Cup.

Powell: Nel deserved Bok call-up

Blitzboks coach Neil Powell says Ruhan Nel has always boasted the all-round attributes to make it to the highest level in fifteens, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Gardner to ref Boks vs England

Angus Gardner will take charge of the Springboks’ end-of-year-tour opener against England at Twickenham on 3 November.

Du Preez boost for Sharks, Boks

Springbok and Sharks flank Jean-Luc du Preez has returned to training and will be available for the Currie Cup playoffs, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Human happy with Papier’s progress

Blue Bulls coach Pote Human is delighted to have Bok scrumhalf Embrose Papier back in his squad ahead of the clash with Western Province on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.