Springboks

Bok lockdown diaries: Day 1

Siya Kolisi submitted this video diary to show what he got up to on the first day of lockdown, while also thanking medical staff for their hard work and urging South Africans to stay home and wash their hands.

Gerber tests positive for Covid-19

Former Springbok centre Danie Gerber has tested positive for Covid-19 while at home in Port Elizabeth.

South African rugby player Danie Gerber during the second test match between France and South Africa at the Parc des Princes in Paris, 24th October 1992

Rewind: The legendary Danie Gerber

Take a look back at some of the highlights of legendary former Springbok centre Danie Gerber, who recently tested positive for Covid-19. Our thoughts are with the Bok legend at this time, and we wish him a speedy recovery.

Jantjies pumping iron in the garage

Springbok flyhalf and Lions skipper Elton Jantjies has converted his garage into a makeshift gym while completing his 14-day self-isolation period since returning from New Zealand.

SA rugby chiefs band together

The South African rugby industry has come together to navigate the retention of teams and jobs in the face of the threat to the business posed by the global Coronavirus pandemic.

Am approaching lockdown with positive mindset

Springbok centre Lukhanyo Am is coming to terms with the COVID-19 pandemic, the lockdown in South Africa, and training on his own.

Bryan Habana vs Cheslin Kolbe

Bryan Habana is the most prolific try-scorer in Springbok history while Cheslin Kolbe has been sensational for the Boks since his debut in 2018.

Luke Fitzgerald (L) of the Lions attempts to tackle Bryan Habana of South Africa during the Second Test match between South Africa and the British and Irish Lions at Loftus Versfeld on June 27, 2009

Rewind – 2009 Lions Series (2nd Test)

A look back at the second Test of the 2009 British & Irish Lions series when the Springboks claimed a famous victory at Loftus Versfeld thanks to a late penalty kick from Morne Steyn.

Kolisi’s message to the nation

Stormers and Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has encouraged South Africans to stay connected and optimistic during the country’s pending 21-day lockdown in the fight against Covid-19.

Best of both worlds

SA Rugby should explore the possibility of the Boks competing in the Rugby Championship and a ‘Seven Nations’ tournament, writes former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers in the latest issue of SA Rugby magazine.