Nyakane’s reason to smile
In a snippet from our latest SA Rugby magazine, Bok prop Trevor Nyakane reflects on the disappointment of his World Cup-ending injury, but why he ultimately saw it as a ‘blessing in disguise’.
SA Rugby mag’s daily quiz (Question 11)
In this time of lockdown, we’ll be providing you with a daily rugby quiz. Post your answer to our tenth question in the comment section.
‘We’ll have to make sacrifices’
A set of player representatives have unanimously voted for collective representation in Covid-19 talks and a cost-saving plan has been formulated in principle.
Gatland heaps praise on Erasmus
British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland has lauded Rassie Erasmus for his accomplishments as coach of Munster and the Springboks.
Stick’s new normal: Baby formula & virtual coaching
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick gives the lowdown on how he’s managing his time during the national lockdown.
Our World XV: The halfbacks
In the third instalment of a seven-part series, SA Rugby magazine’s writers pick their best World XV of the past 25 years.
RWC memory: Rossouw’s timely tackle
In the next instalment of a series looking at our favourite World Cup memories, JON CARDINELLI recalls Danie Rossouw’s try-saving tackle on Mark Cueto in the 2007 final.
From the vault: Simelane’s oval-ball option
In an interview with SA Rugby magazine in 2018, rising star Wandisile Simelane revealed how he went against his family’s wishes to pursue rugby rather than soccer.
Etzebeth: Nienaber the players’ choice
Eben Etzebeth says Jacques Nienaber was a favourite among the players to succeed Rassie Erasmus as Springbok head coach.
Watch: Francois Louw – Breakdown Master
Francois ‘Flo’ Louw will undoubtedly go down as one of the finest loose forwards of the modern era, who always delivered when it mattered most at both club and Test level.
