Rassie: Brits in mix for selection

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says recalled hooker Schalk Brits will have a key role to play as a mentor and as a player over the next two weeks. JON CARDINELLI reports from Bloemfontein.

Brits called up to Bok squad

Hooker Schalk Brits has been added to the Springbok squad for the final two Tests against England in Bloemfontein and Cape Town.

Snyman lauds series-winning Blitzboks

Captain Philip Snyman says the Blitzboks are proud to have retained their World Sevens Series crown after winning the Paris Sevens on Sunday.

England relegated to fourth in rankings

England have dropped to No 4 in the World Rugby rankings after their 42-39 defeat against the Springboks at Ellis Park.

Cheetahs lure Schoeman back to SA

Former Bulls flyhalf Tian Schoeman has signed a two-year contract with the Cheetahs until the end of the 2020 season.

Beast milestone looms large

South African rugby will witness another historic first if Beast Mtawarira wins his 100th Test cap this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Bloemfontein.

Seniors helped settle Bok nerves

Debutant wingers Aphiwe Dyantyi and S’bu Nkosi have hailed the calming influence of the senior players when the Boks fell 24-3 behind against England in Saturday’s series-opening Test, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Carter: Keep the faith in Jones

Former All Blacks flyhalf Dan Carter says England must continue to back coach Eddie Jones after their 42-39 defeat to the Springboks on Saturday.

McBeth blow for Junior Springboks

Junior Boks prop Nathan McBeth has been ruled out of their semi-final against England on Tuesday with a broken finger.

Blitzboks retain Sevens Series crown

The Blitzboks defeated England 24-14 in the Paris Sevens Cup final on Sunday to secure back-to-back World Rugby Sevens Series titles. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.