Nienaber raves about ‘Sonny Bill’ Snyman
Former Springbok boss Jacques Nienaber has praised RG Snyman’s rare ability to offload in contact, highlighting the lock’s natural athleticism as the key to his standout play.
Van Graan: Nienaber is class
Johann van Graan has hailed the “heart and soul” coaching qualities of Jacques Nienaber as the two South Africans prepare to duel in the Investec Champions Cup this week.
Nienaber tipped for Ireland job
Former Ireland flanker Alan Quinlan believes Jacques Nienaber is a strong contender to replace Andy Farrell as Ireland head coach after the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Nienaber relishing a season like no other
Leinster’s World Cup-winning coach Jacques Nienaber says they are privileged to be experiencing a season like no other. @Vodacom #URC
Mallett walks after Bok coach snub
Nick Mallett resigned from the World Rugby’s awards panel after former Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber was snubbed for last year’s Coach of the Year award.
Nienaber rejects Bok return
Jacques Nienaber has firmly dismissed any suggestion of returning to the Springbok coaching setup, following his departure to Leinster after the 2023 World Cup.
Leinster stars call out ‘clunky’ Nienaber
Jacques Nienaber has opened up about the adjustments he’s had to make in his communication style with Leinster’s players as he settles into his second season as senior coach at the Irish club.
Former Bok boss on life at the top of URC
Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber has dubbed the Vodacom URC a “beautiful competition” as the two-time World Cup winner surveys the scene from the top of the table.
Nienaber adopts Bok blueprint
Jacques Nienaber is set to bring a key element of the Springbok setup to Leinster, allowing senior players to sit in the coaching box during games.
‘Pieter-Steph has no weaknesses’
Former Springbok coaches Jacques Nienaber and Heyneke Meyer believe powerhouse Pieter-Steph du Toit is currently unmatched as the best blindside flanker on the planet.
