Dynamic Ox offers trump card for Boks

The decision to start prop Ox Nche against the British & Irish Lions is a standout feature of a Springbok forward unit packed with mobility, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Have your say on the Springbok team to face the Lions

Following the announcement of the Springboks’ 23-man match-day squad to face the British & Irish Lions in the first Test in Cape Town, have your say on whether or not you would make any changes to the side.

De Allende: I got lucky, I’m glad I get to play rugby again

Springbok centre Damian de Allende has opened up on the fire-pit accident which nearly cost him his chance of facing the British & Irish Lions, saying he is lucky to be able to play rugby again.

Bok squad trimmed, Du Preez twins among 10 released players

Springbok squad has been cut down to 37 players after coach Jacques Nienaber released 10 players back to their franchises and clubs.

Lions star: We’re all aware of Kolbe’s skills, threats

British & Irish Lions wing Anthony Watson says there is much more to the Springboks than huge forwards and brilliant tactical kickers, singling out Cheslin Kolbe as a huge threat.

Bok coach: Why we trust Kwagga at No 8

Bok coach Jacques Nienaber says Kwagga Smith will bring different skills at eighthman, but believes it’s not actually all that dissimilar to what Duane Vermeulen offered in the role, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Lions series to stay in Cape Town

SA Rugby and the British & Irish Lions confirmed on Tuesday that agreement had been reached to conclude the Lions series in Cape Town.

Concerns over Pollard, Mapimpi fitness prompted five-three split

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has shed further light on why they have decided to turn away from the six-two split between forwards and backs for the first Test against the British & Irish Lions on Saturday.

Nienaber: We planned our team selections carefully

Jacques Nienaber says there were specific reasons for certain team selections that caught some by surprise ahead of the first Test against the British & Irish Lions.

Kolisi cleared to captain Boks, Kwagga to start at 8

Siya Kolisi has overcome a Covid-19 setback and will lead the Springboks against the British & Irish Lions in the highly anticipated first Test at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.