Kriel: Lions series has special significance to me

Springbok centre Jesse Kriel will follow his great-grandfather’s footsteps by participating in one of the most significant rugby traditions in the game’s history.

Russell: Boks should be wary of ‘Rees Lightning’

Finn Russell has singled out star wing Louis Rees-Zammit as the danger man that could elevate the British & Irish Lions to a series victory over the Springboks.

Boks, Vermeulen remain upbeat despite ankle surgery

Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber says the team management has no plans to call up a replacement for injured No 8 Duane Vermeulen at this stage.

Vermeulen undergoes surgery, opens up on injury

Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen has given an update on his injury situation, having had to undergo surgery on his ankle.

Bok fire-pit update: Larkham doubtful over readiness

Munster assistant coach Stephen Larkham has raised doubts over whether Springbok duo Damian de Allende and RG Snyman will be ready for the upcoming British & Irish Lions series.

Williams backs Lions to beat Boks

Former Wales and British & Irish Lions wing Shane Williams believes Warren Gatland’s team have enough to beat the Springboks in the upcoming Test series.

Referees revealed for Lions series

The match officials for the three Tests between the Springboks and the British & Irish Lions have officially been announced.

Bok selector: Make one change to Nienaber’s squad

Vote for the most important change you would make to the 46-man Springbok squad named to take on Georgia and the British & Irish Lions.

SA’s Rainbow Cup finalist won’t be at full-strength

No Springbok squad squad members will feature in a Rainbow Cup final or any franchise games against the British & Irish Lions.

Itoje cautions B&I Lions teammates over Bok threat

Lock Maro Itoje has warned the British & Irish Lions that they’ll need to differentiate between knowing what the Springboks will throw at them and stopping it.