Analysis: Boks must improve execution

CRAIG LEWIS analyses some missed opportunities that the Springboks must avoid in the two away Tests against the Wallabies and All Blacks.

Kolbe could get Bok fullback chance

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has hinted that Cheslin Kolbe could get an opportunity to play at fullback.

Erasmus: I will help Bulls if need be

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says any involvement with the Bulls next year will be in line with his role as SA Rugby’s director of rugby.

‘Boks, Wallabies will be desperate’

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks are determined to put things right against the Wallabies in Brisbane next Saturday after their loss to Argentina.

Munster blank Cheetahs

Munster began their Pro14 title challenge with a 38-0 bonus-point win against the Cheetahs in Limerick on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Dayimani double boosts Lions

Hacjivah Dayimani scored a brace as the Golden Lions claimed a 38-35 bonus-point win over the Blue Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Sharks battle past Free State ‘B’

The Sharks were made to sweat for their 33-29 win against Free State’s second-stringers in Bloemfontein on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Watch: Erasmus interview

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus addresses the media at OR Tambo International Airport on Saturday before departing for Australia.

Rassie offers to coach Bulls

Rassie Erasmus could coach the Bulls in next year’s Super Rugby competition.

Zebre down Kings in opener

Zebre scored four tries to claim a 34-16 bonus-point win against the Kings in Parma on Friday. DYLAN JACK reports.