Playing Selector: Bok backline predictions

Ahead of this Saturday’s Rugby Championship finale in Salta, MARIETTE ADAMS and DYLAN JACK speculate as to who will feature in the Bok backline against Argentina.

Am forms key piece in Boks’ defensive puzzle

Lukhanyo Am’s anticipation and awareness are important factors in the Springboks’ high-risk, high-reward defensive structure, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

The pack I’d pick to front the All Blacks

A loose-trio combination of Marcell Coetzee, Siya Kolisi and Duane Vermeulen would offer great value in the Springboks’ World Cup opener against the All Blacks, writes former Bok hooker JAMES DALTON.

Boks ‘understand Argentina challenge’

Springbok assistant coach Matt Proudfoot says they will make some ‘brave calls this week’ in preparation for Saturday’s clash with Argentina in Salta.

Golden Lions hit by injuries

Lions trio Jacobie Adriaanse, Wilhelm van der Sluys and Jan-Louis la Grange could miss their upcoming clash with the Vodacom Blue Bulls due to injury.

WP coach: Kolisi is fit to play

Western Province coach John Dobson has confirmed that Siya Kolisi will play in their Currie Cup match against the Pumas on Friday.

Cheetahs dealt double injury blow

The Cheetahs have been dealt a big blow with news that Tian Schoeman and Marnus van der Merwe could both miss the remainder of the Currie Cup.

Western Province to re-sign Zas?

Sharks utlity back Leolin Zas could reportedly return to Western Province and the Stormers after a troubled two seasons in Durban.

Naas making an impression in India

Naas Botha has been working as head coach of the India men’s and women’s Test teams since March.

Special report: Plugging the player drain

The exodus of players overseas has forced SA Rugby to revise its contracting model and player-management approach. JON CARDINELLI reports.