Mallett: Beating Lions ‘bigger challenge’ than winning World Cup
Winning a series against the Lions will be a bigger achievement for the Springboks than their 2019 World Cup triumph, says former Springbok coach Nick Mallett.
Pollard: Bok objective is clear, we know what we can do
After overcoming an injury scare, Handre Pollard’s importance to the Springbok cause cannot be overestimated, writes JON CARDINELLI in the latest SA Rugby magazine.
Kolisi: I’m going to go as hard as I can and not hold back
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says he is ready to go all out in the first Test against the British & Irish Lions after making his return from Covid-19 protocols.
Springboks again seek to lift spirits in troubled South Africa
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi on Friday said his team would once again hope to lift the spirits of a troubled nation when they play the first Test against the British & Irish Lions in Cape Town on Saturday.
Watch: The 12-year wait is over – Boks vs B&I Lions
Go behind the scenes with the Springboks during their buildup in the week ahead of the eagerly anticipated first Test against the British & Irish Lions.
Rugby pundit sacked for racist comment about Lions star Smith
Former Ireland international Neil Francis was sacked from his role as a rugby pundit on Friday after making a racist remark about British & Irish Lions flyhalf Marcus Smith, who he described as having an “Oompa Loompa tan”.
Mitchell quits England defence role to join Wasps
John Mitchell has quit his role as England defence coach to join the backroom staff of Premiership club Wasps, it was announced Friday.
Boks refuse to react to Lions bait
Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says the Springboks will do their talking between the “four lines” when they tackle the British & Irish Lions on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Bakkies: Rassie will always have a new plan
2009 Springbok squad members Pierre Spies and Bakkies Botha chat about the Rassie Erasmus ‘water boy’ controversy, saying all the media talk from the British & Irish Lions camp will only rev up the Springboks more ahead of the Test series.
Erasmus can continue as water carrier, but may be monitored
Rassie Erasmus will be able to continue his role as a water carrier for the Springboks, but World Rugby have reportedly briefed officials to monitor the role he performs.
