Matfield vs Whitelock

A sold-out Ellis Park will witness a lineout battle between two of the best No 5 locks in world rugby, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Five Facts: Jean de Villiers

The Springbok captain talks to MyPlayers about family life, his favourite car and secret talents.

Bok hopes hinge on Duane

The Springboks’ chances of an upset victory over the All Blacks depend on the fitness of Duane Vermeulen, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Speight’s quirks of fate

Henry Speight’s rugby journey has taken many twists and turns, writes ALEX BROUN.

Sonny Bill Williams vs Sam Burgess

Williams will tour with the All Blacks in November, while Burgess will join Bath with the aim of playing for England. Which of these code-crossers will make the biggest impact?

Potgieter’s wise move

Jacques Potgieter talks to SIMON BORCHARDT about winning Super Rugby with the Waratahs, why he didn’t return to the Bulls, playing in Japan, and his Bok ambitions.

Good enough is old enough

The selection of hardened veterans has benefited the Springboks, writes MARK KEOHANE in Business Day newspaper.

Ricky roars for Lyon

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the past weekend's English Premiership, Celtic Pro12 and French Top 14 matches, which involved South African players.

Hailing Dad’s Army

The value of veteran Springboks was exhibited in full at Newlands on Saturday. Critics of their selection should shut it, writes RYAN VREDE.

All Blacks did Boks a favour

The title-deciding result in La Plata has improved the Springboks’ chances of beating the All Blacks in the final game of the tournament, writes JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.