Lynch locks in star SA U18 lineup

A formidable 26-player South Africa U18 squad has been named, largely comprising SA Schools talent, for the upcoming international series against France and England.

Faf unfazed by Bok flyhalf role

In the wake of Handre Pollard’s injury blow for the Springboks, veteran scrumhalf Faf de Klerk has stepped up as back-up to fill the No 10 jersey at the World Cup.

Ox fired up for World Cup challenge

Loosehead prop Ox Nche will lay it all on the line to help the Springboks defend the Webb Ellis Cup, and is relishing the set-piece battle with Scotland and Ireland.

Lappies slapped with ban

Lappies Labuschagne will miss the start of the World Cup after the SA-born Japan loose forward and former captain was suspended for three weeks.

Jake’s Boks enter SA Hall of Fame

Former Springbok coach Jake White and the triumphant 2007 Rugby World Cup squad, captained by John Smit, are set to join the SA Hall of Fame.

‘Nervous’ Boks await formidable Scots

Rocked by the loss of three key players, the Boks will have a leery eye on the clash between World Cup pool rivals Scotland and France on Saturday, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Kleyn proud to walk in Eben’s footsteps

Jean Kleyn can’t wait to play for the Springboks at his second World Cup, in what the former Ireland lock describes will be a “childhood dream come true”.

Saffa lock out, veterans in for England

David Ribbans has been dropped as Steve Borthwick recalled senior England players, once again led by Owen Farrell, in a World Cup warm-up against Wales on Saturday.

Willemse dropped as France recall stars

SA-born lock Paul Willemse has been omitted, while Antoine Dupont and Romain Ntamack will return to the France 23 for Saturday’s World Cup warm-up against Scotland.

Scotland load up on Saffas

Four SA-born Scotland internationals have been included in the starting XV, with captain Jamie Ritchie, for Saturday’s World Cup warm-up game against France.