Rewind: Breyton, the Bok punching bag
Breyton Paulse held his own in an era dominated by big men, but watch as the Springbok dynamo got bullied by Ireland bruisers Paul O’Connell and Reggie Corrigan at Newlands in 2004.
The monster that scared Os
Os du Randt won two World Cups but it was only in the final season of his 80-Test career that he encountered an opponent who frightened him.
Bok tracker: Which region is richest
A total of 19 players of the current Springbok squad were born in the Western Cape, more than the Eastern Cape and Gauteng combined.
Bok icons in Robshaw’s Dream XV
Former England captain Chris Robshaw has named his Test dream team, which includes two World Cup-winning Springboks.
No shocks in All Blacks tour squad
All Blacks coach Ian Foster is sticking with the players who won the Rugby Championship, saying they “deserve” selection in the squad named on Sunday to tour the northern hemisphere.
Analysis: Bok attack fired in Rugby Champs!
A deep dive into the Rugby Championship has revealed the Springboks were second only to the All Blacks in terms of a successful attack during the tournament.
Barnes to set record in France vs Boks Test
English referee Wayne Barnes is set to make history in the Test between France and the Springboks as World Rugby revealed the match officials for the November internationals.
Injuries mount for France ahead of Bok Test
Gabin Villiere is set for further ankle surgery making the star wing the latest player to be ruled out of France’s upcoming Test match against the Springboks in November.
England flank backs rugby to deal with concussion concern
England flank Tom Curry believes rugby union has “come on leaps and bounds in terms of player safety” amid fears the sport’s future is at stake from concussion.
Libbok giving Bok coaches food for thought
The Springboks have to use the upcoming European tour to develop a third out-and-out flyhalf and Manie Libbok should be at the top of the list of domestic playmakers, writes DYLAN JACK.
