Damian de Allende

De Allende excited by SBW challenge

Springbok centre Damian de Allende is looking forward to potentially clashing with All Blacks midfielder Sonny Bill Williams in Saturday’s Pool B opener.

Jesse Kriel, Lukhanyo Am and Damian de Allende

Breaking down Boks’ midfield

SARugbymag.co.za looks at the Springboks’ midfield options for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

Frans Steyn has the ‘wow factor’

Former Springbok centre Pieter Muller says Frans Steyn’s ‘wow factor’ will be crucial for the Springboks at the World Cup in Japan despite his lack of game time.

All Blacks vs Boks: The duels that matter

The All Blacks and Springboks resume their fierce rivalry in the Rugby Championship in Wellington on Saturday. JOHN GOLIATH looks at some of the battles that could be key to winning the war.

Stormers wary of Sharks’ surprises

Stormers coach Robbie Fleck says they are prepared for the Sharks to come up with a few tricks when they meet in a do-or-die match at Newlands on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

De Allende is not just one-dimensional

Damian de Allende’s ability to mix things up at inside centre should see him retain the Springbok No 12 jersey, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Stormers start Etzebeth, bench De Allende

Eben Etzebeth has returned to the Stormers’ starting lineup in one of six changes for their clash against the Jaguares in Buenos Aires on Saturday.

Bok trio set for Japan move

Centres Damian de Allende and Jesse Kriel and lock Jason Jenkins are set to sign lucrative deals to play in Japan after the World Cup.

Boks intend to tackle like Farrell

Damian de Allende and Mzwandile Stick insist it will be in line with World Rugby ‘standards’ for the Springboks to execute tackles like Owen Farrell’s hit on André Esterhuizen.