Unfinished business

After a challenging season on and off the field, the Blitzboks are determined to complete a successful rebuilding phase, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Rugby Champs and RWC wish list

The SA Rugby magazine team identify what they would love to see come out of the Boks’ final preparations and game on home soil before departing to the World Cup in Japan.

Pienaar makes first Cheetahs start

Ruan Pienaar will make his first start for the Cheetahs in their Currie Cup match against the Pumas in Nelspruit on Saturday.

Inside the Office: Rassie, Swys and Dyantyi

Inside the Office, where we bring you the unfiltered opinions of our writers and editors as they break down the hottest topics. Join the conversation by tweeting us @sarugbymag.

Coetzee: It is phenomenal to be back

Marcell Coetzee says he is happy to be back in the Springbok fold as he prepares for his first Test start in three years against Argentina on Saturday.

Watch: Coetzee on ‘phenomenal’ Bok return

Marcell Coetzee says it is great to back in the Springbok set-up after being included in the starting XV to face Argentina in Pretoria.

Five Boks who must make their mark

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has suggested this Saturday’s Test against Argentina will be ‘make or break’ for some World Cup hopefuls. CRAIG LEWIS picks five who will have plenty to prove.

Preparation beats pressure – Burger

Former Springbok flank Schalk Burger believes that if you want to enjoy success at the World Cup then your preparation needs to put you in the best possible position, writes WADE PRETORIUS.

‘Boks should approach Scott Robertson’

Ryan Vrede believes the Boks should approach Crusaders coach Scott Robertson to replace Swys de Bruin, while Craig Lewis suggests they should rather make a play for Johan Ackermann.

‘Swys’ health comes first’

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says he will consider his options around replacing Swys de Bruin following this weekend’s Test against Argentina in Pretoria.