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.
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.
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.
Poite to officiate Boks in Argentina
French referee Romain Poite will take charge of the Springboks’ Rugby Championship clash with Argentina in Salta on Saturday.
Paper Talk: Bok ‘A’ to face Pumas, Bulls hunt Du Toit
A round up of what some of South Africa’s leading Sunday papers are saying, including an update on the Springboks squad to face Argentina.
Erasmus: It will be tough to cut squad
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has admitted to being ‘worried’ about trimming the squad for the World Cup in Japan next month.
Five Boks who could face WC snub
Rassie Erasmus must cut his Springbok squad down to 31 before the World Cup. JOHN GOLIATH looks at five prominent Boks who could miss out on selection.
Jantjies: I won’t be influenced by outside noise
In the new issue of SA Rugby magazine, Elton Jantjies lifts the lid on how he has learned to contend with criticism and block out any negativity. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Former All Blacks: The Boks are back
On the New Zealand TV show, The Breakdown, Jeff Wilson, Justin Marshall, Ruby Tui and Ali Williams dissect Saturday’s draw between the All Blacks and Springboks in Wellington.
The hero behind Herschel Jantjies
After scoring three tries in his first two matches for the Springboks, we find out about the hero behind Herschel Jantjies and what inspires him.
