Boks will need to beat the odds again
The Springboks will need to tackle a number of unusual challenges when Test rugby resumes, writes former captain JEAN DE VILLIERS in the latest SA Rugby magazine.
All Blacks boss calls for suspension of World Rugby rankings
All Blacks head coach Ian Foster has urged World Rugby to suspend the Test rankings for the remainder of the year due to Covid-19 uncertainty.
Erasmus: ‘Springbok Showdown’ will be exciting
SA Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus says players will be encouraged to showcase their skills during the Cape Town-based ‘Springbok Showdown’.
Springboks on a hiding to nothing
The Money Man SA and Mark Keohane say that it will be suicide for the Springboks to play in this year’s Rugby Championship.
Nienaber: Boks ready for Test season
Jacques Nienaber is delighted at the form of the European-based Boks and has revealed how Super Rugby Aotearoa and Super Rugby AU have given him insights into what the All Blacks and Wallabies will bring in the Rugby Championship.
All Blacks coach dismisses revolt rumours
Ian Foster has rubbished reports that a number of All Blacks senior players could opt against playing in the Rugby Championship for family reasons.
Pollard’s injury presents flyhalf puzzle
Handre Pollard’s knee injury will place a spotlight on the Springboks’ flyhalf depth as they build towards the 2021 British & Irish Lions series, writes DYLAN JACK.
Boks face delicate balancing act
Plenty of creative thinking is required if the Springbok coaches are to successfully assemble a squad to take part in the Rugby Championship, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Blow for Boks as Pollard tears ACL
Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard will miss the Rugby Championship after rupturing his knee ligaments while playing for Montpellier, the French club confirmed on Monday.
Rennie ushers in new Wallabies era
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has named 16 uncapped players in his 44-man squad for the Bledisloe Cup Tests and Rugby Championship.
