Bok scrum a thing of beauty in Rassie’s eyes

In the midst of a chaotic and thrilling encounter in Dublin on Saturday, one element stood out crystal clear – the immense power of the Springbok scrum.

Rassie: Ireland yellow cards didn’t define Test

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus brushed off suggestions that Ireland’s flurry of yellow cards – including an upgraded 20-minute red – was the central story of a wild Test in Dublin.

Farrell: Ireland made a few stupid errors

Ireland coach Andy Farrell admitted his side “lost composure a little bit” as the world champions’ scrum pressure and a cascade of cards proved too much.

Wallabies’ worst year raises fears ahead of 2027 RWC

2027 World Cup hosts Australia are staring down the barrel of an unprecedented crisis after a winless European tour and a record 10th defeat of the year.

Marx: Boks showed great character

Newly crowned World Rugby Player of the Year Malcolm Marx praised the Springboks’ fight in their 24-13 win over Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.

‘R360 will kill club rugby’

Sale Sharks co-owner Michelle Orange has delivered a stark warning about the proposed R360 competition, arguing the breakaway venture could “kill off club rugby around the world”.

Two Bok legends in Johnno’s all-time XV

England and British & Irish Lions legend Martin Johnson dug deep into the memory banks to come up with his all-time greatest XV

All Blacks in no-win situation against Wales

The All Blacks head into Saturday’s Test in Cardiff carrying all the pressure.

Siya: Boks want to play with 15 men

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says South Africa must be “at our absolute best” when they face Ireland on Saturday, stressing the importance of discipline and opportunity-taking.

Bok assistant: Ireland success decades in making

Springbok assistant coach Felix Jones says Ireland’s sustained excellence is no accident.