All Blacks vs Boks: The duels that matter

The All Blacks and Springboks resume their fierce rivalry in the Rugby Championship in Wellington on Saturday. JOHN GOLIATH looks at some of the battles that could be key to winning the war.

Closer look: Du Toit’s turn of pace

Has Springbok forward Pieter-Steph du Toit added an extra yard of pace to his already considerable all-round attributes? CRAIG LEWIS takes a closer look.

Bok progress is cause for encouragement

Less than two years since copping a 57-0 drubbing at the hands of the All Blacks in New Zealand, the Boks will head into battle against their arch-rivals with confidence at an all-time high. That’s some progress, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Boks celebrate with Gwijo squad

Look back on the moment several Boks, including captain Siya Kolisi, celebrate with ever-popular supporters group the Gwijo squad after last Saturday’s win over the Wallabies.

Kwagga: I can’t describe my excitement

Kwagga Smith says he can’t wait to return to Test rugby when the Springboks clash with the All Blacks in Wellington on Saturday.

Throwback Thursday: Boks’ Wellington win

Ahead of Saturday’s rematch in Wellington, look back at how the Springboks overturned a 12-point deficit to clinch a historic victory over the All Blacks last year.

‘Barrett, Mo’unga are world class’

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says it was the ‘right time’ to start both Beauden Barrett and Richie Mo’unga in the same backline.

Venter: Boks may be seen as favourites

Former Springbok Brendan Venter believes this weekend’s match between the All Blacks and Boks in Wellington could be vital for confidence ahead of the World Cup.

Cheetahs bring in Adonis

Darren Adonis will start at fullback in the only change to the starting lineup facing Griquas in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Van Staden starts for Bulls

Marco van Staden will start in one of two changes to the Vodacom Bulls’ starting lineup for their match against the Pumas in Nelspruit on Saturday.