Boks ‘excited’ by depth at hooker
Forwards coach Matt Proudfoot says the competition building at hooker bodes well for the Boks, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Durban.
New-look Bok back row taking shape
Francois Louw is excited by the prospect of resuming his back-row partnership with fellow flanker Siya Kolisi when the Boks host Argentina this Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports from Durban.
Trio may stay with Boks
Rassie Erasmus says that overseas-based players Francois Louw, Faf de Klerk and Willie le Roux may remain with the Springboks if the team is hit by injuries or poor results, writes JON CARDINELLI in Durban.
Watch: Springbok press conference
What Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus had to say ahead of their Rugby Championship opener against Argentina.
Eddie facing ultimatum
England’s Rugby Football Union has warned Eddie Jones that the team needs to display a reversal in fortunes during the end-of-year Tests.
Nkosi blow for Boks
Springbok winger S’bu Nkosi has been ruled out for eight to 12 weeks due to an ankle injury.
Wales unveil Gatland’s replacement
New Zealander Wayne Pivac will take over from Warren Gatland as Wales head coach at the conclusion of the 2019 World Cup.
Kerevi blow for Wallabies
Wallabies centre Samu Kerevi will miss at least the first half of the Rugby Championship due to a bicep injury.
White: Three heads better than one
Jake White believes Rassie Erasmus would benefit from having assistant coaches with head coach experience.
Brits’ Bok future to be determined soon
Hooker Schalk Brits is set to meet with Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus this week before making a final decision on his playing career.
