‘Coetzee walking a tightrope’

What the Irish newspapers are saying about the Test against the Springboks and the 2023 World Cup bid.

Boks brace for ‘All Blacks of Europe’

The Springboks expect Ireland to spring a few tactical surprises when the two teams clash at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Dublin.

Eben cleared to front Irish

Eben Etzebeth, Uzair Cassiem and Coenie Oosthuizen are fit and available to face Ireland this Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Dublin.

Van Graan not done with Boks yet

Bok assistant coach Johann van Graan will only take up his position as Munster director of rugby following the Tests against Ireland and France.

Duane hopes for Bok recall

A rejuvenated Duane Vermeulen feels that he could lend some much-needed grunt and experience to the Springbok loose-forward contingent in Europe this November. JON CARDINELLI in Dublin reports.

Duane, Steyn would bolster Boks

The Springboks have missed a trick by overlooking the value that Duane Vermeulen and Frans Steyn could have added to the end-of-year tour, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Botha called up to Bok squad

Sharks lock Ruan Botha has replaced the injured Jean-Luc du Preez in the Springbok squad for the end-of-year tour.

Gelant, Am in Bok squad

Four uncapped players have been included in the 34-man Springbok squad for their end-of-year tour.

Du Preez blow for Boks

Jean-Luc du Preez is set to miss the Springboks’ end-of-year tour after sustaining an ankle injury in Saturday’s Currie Cup final. CRAIG LEWIS reports in Durban.

Louw committed to Bok cause

Springbok flank Francois Louw is on the cover of the new SA Rugby magazine, on sale this week for just R29.90.