Test Rugby

Wilco starts as Boks recall big guns

Tighthead prop Wilco Louw will play his first Test since 2021 in a Springbok starting XV which shows 12 changes against England at Twickenham on Saturday.

Genge fired up for Bok ‘grudge’ match

Prop Ellis Genge says the disappointment of last year’s World Cup semi-final defeat to South Africa will motivate England when the teams clash at Twickenham on Saturday.

Scrum boss Ox thrives on being ‘niggly’

Springbok prop Ox Nche has revealed the mental warfare and technical mastery behind his scrummaging ability in the buildup to Saturday’s clash with England at Twickenham.

‘Bok scrum is where SA dominates’

Former Springbok props Gurthro Steenkamp and BJ Botha, with ex-assistant coach Matt Proudfoot break down how South Africa’s set piece has become unstoppable force.

Flo fires back at Bomb Squad critics

World Cup-winning former Springbok Francois Louw has slammed the vitriol surrounding the Springbok Bomb Squad, calling the debate “absurd”.

Slade: England must be brave to beat Boks

Veteran centre Henry Slade says England will resist the temptation to “shut up shop” against the Springboks as they seek to end a four-match losing streak.

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‘Legend’ Healy set to equal O’Driscoll record

Veteran prop Cian Healy is set to equal Brian O’Driscoll’s record of 133 Test caps in Friday’s clash with Argentina, which will feature two Ireland debutants.

Maro Itoje squares up to the Springboks Mandatory Credit: Photo by Patrick Khachfe/JMP/Shutterstock/BackpagePix (12611247ay) Tempers flare between the two sides as Maro Itoje of England gets involved England v South Africa, UK - 20 Nov 2021

Collision Course: Springboks vs England

As the Springboks prepare to renew their rivalry with England at Twickenham, take a look back at five of the best wins under Rassie Erasmus, including the 2023 World Cup semi-final and 2019 World Cup final.

Boks to turn it on at Twickenham

Tony Brown is thrilled with the progress of the Springbok attack under his tutelage, as the world champions navigate a quick turnaround for Saturday’s clash against England.

PARIS, FRANCE - SEPTEMBER 08 Mark Telea of New Zealand scores his team's second try during the Rugby World Cup France 2023 Pool A match between France and New Zealand at Stade de France on September 08, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by David Ramos - World Rugby/World Rugby via Getty Images)

Telea out of France clash

The All Blacks have suffered a double-injury blow for Saturday’s clash with France, with Sam Cane and Mark Telea both ruled out, while Les Bleus have also lost a couple of key players.