Bok boss backs 23 ‘warriors’ to defend title
Jacques Nienaber is confident that the most experienced Springbok team ever selected will beat the All Blacks and claim a record fourth World Cup title this weekend.
Bok trio in line for global accolades
Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber, along with lock Eben Etzebeth and flyhalf Manie Libbok, are among a top-class list of nominees for the 2023 World Rugby awards.
Kolisi hails ‘special coach’ Nienaber
Siya Kolisi says Ireland will be “lucky” to have Jacques Nienaber as the World Cup final marks the head coach’s final match in charge of the Springboks.
Boks expect shootout in final
The Springboks are bracing for a high-scoring end-to-end World Cup finale against old rivals the All Blacks, following a gritty semi-final victory over England.
Bok bosses set to deliver big prize
Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber are risk-takers, but their “potent” coaching combination is worth it as the Boks stand on the cusp of a fourth World Cup title, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Nienaber backs ‘form’ 23 to KO England
Head coach Jacques Nienaber said an unchanged Springbok lineup is in the “best form” to beat England on Saturday and secure their spot in the World Cup final.
Nienaber steps out of Rassie’s shadow
After almost 20 years as a coaching double-act, the end is rapidly approaching for the Springbok World Cup management team of Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber.
Nienaber: We got a lot of stuff wrong
Head coach Jacques Nienaber emphasised the challenges that the Springboks face as the world champions advance in the World Cup after a quarter-final win over France.
Watch: Nienaber miffed with Ireland’s ‘match-fixing’
Jacques Nienaber gave a stern answer when asked about the potential of Ireland and Scotland arranging a result to kick the Springboks out of the World Cup.
Nienaber: We did all we could
Coach Jacques Nienaber and skipper Siya Kolisi praised the Springboks’ efforts to beat Tonga on Sunday with a bonus point and remain in the running to defend the World Cup.
