Bismarck can back up Strauss

The decision to retain Adriaan Strauss as Springbok captain for the rest of the year is perfectly understandable, but it should not compromise the possibility of a national recall for Bismarck du Plessis, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Survival doesn’t equal strength

The Springboks dodged a bullet in Port Elizabeth, but they may not be ready for the rapid fire that awaits them in the Rugby Championship, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Farrell put boot into Wallabies

Owen Farrell's superb kicking display proved to be the difference in Sydney on Saturday, according to SARugbymag.co.za's Opta-powered stats.

All Blacks ran Wales ragged

Beauden Barrett and Israel Dagg starred as the All Blacks romped to a 46-6 win over Wales on Saturday, according to SARugbymag.co.za’s Opta-powered stats.

Bet on Boks to clinch series

THE MONEY MAN is putting R2,500 on the Springboks to beat Ireland in the final Test at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.

Junior to lead Junior Boks

The Junior Boks have made six changes to their starting lineup to face Argentina in the third-place playoff of the World Rugby U20 Championship.

Bosch up for top award

Curwin Bosch has been nominated for the World Rugby U20 Championship Player of the Tournament award.

Junior Boks captain banned

Jeremy Ward has been suspended for two weeks for a dangerous tackle on England fullback Max Malins.