On this day in 1995: Boks win maiden RWC title
On this day 26 years ago, Joel Stransky hit a late drop goal as the Springboks beat the All Blacks 15-12 at Ellis Park after extra time to win their maiden Rugby World Cup at the first attempt.
Ex-Bok skipper hails ‘respected’ B&I Lions captain
Legendary former Springbok captain John Smit has come to the defence of under-fire British & Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones, whom he believes embodies the spirit of rugby more than any other player.
Springboks provide update on Vermeulen, injury concerns
The Springboks are keeping their cards close to their chest when it comes to the progress of their injured players, but Deon Davids expects Duane Vermeulen to rejoin the squad in the next few weeks.
Watch: How can the Lions attack the Boks?
Squidge Rugby provides some suggestions as to how Warren Gatland’s British & Irish Lions might take on the Springboks and potentially exploit any weaknesses in the world champions’ gameplan.
Watch: Duhan van der Merwe – Lions origins
British & Irish Lions wing Duhan van der Merwe opens up about leaving the Bulls as a youngster, older brother Akker’s continued motivation and being selected for the prestigious touring side.
Watch: Bok greats chat Lions series, select starting 8 & 9
Springbok greats Jean de Villiers and Schalk Burger catch up with former teammates Fourie du Preez and Pierre Spies to reminisce about their 2009 series victory over the British & Irish Lions, and select their starting scrumhalf and No 8 for this year’s highly anticipated series.
Munster’s Bok duo cleared to join training camp
Munster have confirmed that Damian de Allende and RG Snyman have been cleared to travel to South Africa and will continue their respective recoveries under the care of the Springboks’ medical team.
Terblanche backs Steyn to boost Boks in Lions series
Former Springbok back Stefan Terblanche has shared the match-day 23 he thinks the Springboks should field in the upcoming series against the British & Irish Lions.
Terblanche: Boks the underdogs, but will win Lions series
Former Springbok Stefan Terblanche has shared his predictions for the upcoming British & Irish Lions tour of South Africa in July.
Mostert: Lions locks are world class
World Cup-winning lock Franco Mostert has predicted that the battle among the tall timber would be critical as the Springboks prepare for a busy few weeks of top-class international action.
