Under-fire Borthwick faces Bok ‘reality’
Steve Borthwick insists talk about his own position is no distraction as the head coach bids to end England ’s losing run against the Springboks at Twickenham on Saturday.
‘World’s best’ to triumph at Twickenham
MARK KEOHANE is confident of a showcase performance from the world champion Springboks in London on Saturday, worthy of their status as the form team on the planet.
Rassie on why Manie gets ‘second chance’
Rassie Erasmus has backed Manie Libbok to rise to the challenge against England on Saturday, but if not, the Springboks have “security” on the bench in Handre Pollard.
Boks to run England ragged?
Rassie Erasmus believes fitness will be key to victory at Twickenham on Saturday, with the Springboks able to capitalise on England’s trend of fading at the death.
England chop and change for Bok battle
Head coach Steve Borthwick has made four changes to the England starting XV to face the world champion Springboks at Twickenham on Saturday.
Rassie: Boks lose nothing by picking Wilco
Rassie Erasmus said prop Wilco Louw has the opportunity at Twickenham on Saturday to stake a claim as an understudy to two-time Springbok world champion Frans Malherbe.
All Blacks switch up for Les Bleus duel
Beauden Barrett and Codie Taylor return to the New Zealand starting XV for Saturday’s clash with France in Paris, where lock Patrick Tuipulotu is set to play his 50th Test.
France turn to Fickou for Kiwi clash
France head coach Fabien Galthie said Gael Fickou was “a leader” as the experienced centre was named among four changes to face New Zealand on Saturday.
Rassie rotates to meet England challenge
Rassie Erasmus said a short turnaround week necessitated a new-look Springbok lineup for Saturday’s Test against a ‘desperate’ England side in London.
Bok fitness guru: We’re willing to be brutal
Head of athletic performance Andy Edwards has provided insight into the raw intensity and unique culture that drives the world champion Springboks.
