‘Springboks have regained respect’

Head of IOL Sport Mark Keohane and former Bok hooker James Dalton look ahead to the highly-anticipated clash between the Springboks and All Blacks in Wellington on Saturday.

‘Confident Boks offer good value’

The MONEY MAN, in his Independent Media betting column, is backing the Springboks to cover the spread and not lose by 11 or more points against the All Blacks in Wellington on Saturday.

Currie Cup teams (Round 3)

This weekend’s Currie Cup teams as they are announced.

Lappies to captain Japan on Test debut

Former Cheetahs and Bulls forward Lappies Labuschagne will lead Japan when he makes his first-ever Test appearance against Fiji in Kamaishi on Saturday.

Rugby Championship teams (Round 2)

Reflect on this weekend’s teams to play in round two of the Rugby Championship.

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.

‘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.