Top Bok combinations – Second row
In our continued ‘blast from the past’ series, we look back at the legendary Springbok second-row combination of Victor Matfied and Bakkies Botha that will surely never be surpassed.
Watch: Nigel Owens – Born into rugby
Popular referee Nigel Owens tells the amusing story of how he got into officiating, his enjoyment at watching Wales beat England at Twickenham in 2015, and how honoured he was to be the man in the middle for that year’s Rugby World Cup final.
Watch: ‘We’re the safest country in the world’
Ex-All Blacks Jeff Wilson, Sir John Kirwan and Mils Muliaina have slammed Sanzaar boss Andy Marinos’ proposal to stage the Rugby Championship in Australia instead of New Zealand.
Kolisi: Many parts of my story still untold
Siya Kolisi feels it is the right time to share his story after it was confirmed publisher HarperCollins had landed his life story that will be released next year.
Watch: Andre Snyman uncensored (Part 1)
Former Springbok centre Andre Snyman chats about leaving Dundee in Natal for Pretoria, breaking into the Bulls squad and also shares a funny story about being called up to the national team.
Powerhouse publishing firm lands Kolisi book deal
A book on the life of World Cup-winning Springbok captain Siya Kolisi will be published next year.
Saffa lock makes French switch
Stade Français have confirmed the signing of South African lock Gerbrandt Grobler from Gloucester on a two-year deal.
Louw: Schoolboy rugby is taken too seriously
Former Springbok flank Francois Louw believes that the joy of playing schoolboy rugby is often missed out on due to the level of expectations and emphasis on results.
Sanzaar set for major shake-up?
New Zealand’s draft review of the Vodacom Super Rugby model reportedly includes recommendations for drastic change from 2021, which could exclude South Africa.
Edwards excited about new Bok ‘adventure’
The Springboks’ newly appointed head of athletic performance Andy Edwards has opened up about his shock move away from Saracens to join the South African team’s backroom staff.
