Boks push for ‘final’ flourish

The Springboks are determined to send Duane Vermeulen, Francois Louw, Franco Mostert and Elton Jantjies off with a convincing victory against Italy. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.

Watch: Springbok press conference

What captain Eben Etzebeth had to say at Friday’s press conference in Padua.

Preview: Italy vs Springboks

The Springboks’ accuracy at the breakdowns and in front of goal will be under scrutiny this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Padua.

Gelant should have fronted Italy

Springbok coach Allister Coetzee has missed a trick by picking fullback Andries Coetzee ahead of Warrick Gelant in the starting side, writes JON CARDINELLI in Padua.

‘Bongi must play natural game’

Allister Coetzee admits that Bongi Mbonambi will bring something different to the hooker position in what will be the player’s first Test start on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.

Watch: Springbok press conference

What Allister Coetzee, Francois Venter and Pieter-Steph du Toit had to say after Thursday’s team announcement in Padua.

Volmink set for Kings debut

The Kings’ new acquisition, Anthony Volmink, will make his Pro14 debut against the Scarlets in Port Elizabeth on Sunday.

Bongi in for Marx

Bongi Mbonambi will start his first-ever Test for the Boks in Saturday’s clash against Italy in Padua.

15 Springbok stats and facts

For the match against Italy at the Stadio Euganeo in Padua on Saturday.

Blommetjies starts for Cheetahs

The inclusion of fullback Clayton Blommetjies is one of five changes to the Cheetahs team for their match against Edinburgh in Bloemfontein on Friday.