Pro14 Preview (Round 8)

The Cheetahs will look to follow up their Pro14 win over the Cardiff Blues when they welcome Munster to Bloemfontein, while the Kings will take on Leinster in Port Elizabeth, writes DYLAN JACK.

‘Willemse deserves a start’

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks hope to learn a lot about Damian Willemse’s aptitude for Test rugby in Saturday’s high-pressure clash against England at Twickenham.

‘England will try run Boks off their feet’

Former England wing Austin Healey believes Eddie Jones’ team selections for Saturday’s Test could work out if they avoid an arm-wrestle with the Springbok forwards.

Akker undergoes minor operation

Akker van der Merwe has undergone a small medical procedure this week to treat an old knee injury. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Whiteley expects physical England

Warren Whiteley is still anticipating a physical approach from England despite a lack of experience in their pack for the clash at Twickenham on Saturday. 

Watch: Smit vs Shimange challenge

Former Springbok hookers John Smit and Hanyani Shimange test their lineout skills to see whether they still have the accuracy.

Small-Smith wings it for Cheetahs

William Small-Smith will play on the right wing in the Cheetahs’ clash against Munster in Bloemfontein on Sunday.

Kings debut for Ungerer

Stefan Ungerer will make his first start for the Kings in one of six changes to their starting lineup to face Leinster in Port Elizabeth on Sunday.

Duane set for dual role

Rassie Erasmus says Duane Vermeulen will not be utilised exclusively as a blindside flank against England on Saturday. 

Erasmus explains Van Zyl selection

Rassie Erasmus says scrumhalf Ivan van Zyl will start against England because he is better suited to the game plan the Springboks want to employ at Twickenham.