Boks on red alert for Les Bleus’ Dupont
Faf de Klerk is relying on the Bok pack to help him contain world-class France halfback Antoine Dupont in Saturday’s Test.
Kurt-Lee: Boks to make France heavies puff
Kurt-Lee Arendse is part of a deadly Springbok back three primed to put the French pack on a treadmill in Marseille on Saturday.
Bok icon tells AWJ to call it a day
One of Springbok rugby’s all-time greats reckons it’s time that record Test centurion and Wales legend Alun Wyn Jones retires.
‘Ireland are the best team in the world’
Ireland successfully defended their world number one status against the Springboks and Jack Conan has called for his teammates not to get complacent.
Libbok given licence to thrill as debut awaits
Manie Libbok could make his Test debut at a crucial period of the match against France on Saturday and the Springboks will allow him to play his natural game if he is called on.
Boks wary of France’s anaconda trap
Jacques Nienaber says the Springboks are on guard to avoid being “strangled” by a France outfit that will go into Saturday’s Test on an 11-game unbeaten run.
Is Duane still SA’s best No 8?
Duane Vermeulen has been rated as one of the standout players in his position this year, despite having taken a backseat for the world champion Springboks.
Willemse to bounce back, roast Roosters
Damian Willemse will benefit from a more focused and structured Springbok game plan in a redemptive performance at flyhalf against France on Saturday, writes DYLAN JACK.
Kriel: Boks can all learn from Willie
Jesse Kriel and Jacques Nienaber have highlighted the importance of Willie le Roux’s communication and ability to “see space” as a driver in the Springboks’ attacking game plan.
Boks trust Kolbe with goal-kicking against France
Jacques Nienaber has confirmed that Cheslin Kolbe will be the primary goalkicker for the Springboks when they take on France in Marseille on Saturday.
