SA Rugby backs SABC’s Bok Tests blackout
SA Rugby has expressed its support for the SABC’s decision to suspend its planned broadcast of the Springbok matches against Ireland in the Republic.
Ireland wary of Bok threat out wide
Defence coach Simon Easterby emphasised the need for a quicker Irish response to counter the Boks’ expansive attack when the teams clash in Durban on Saturday.
Razor resists All Blacks reshuffle
Scrumhalf Finlay Christie replaces the injured TJ Perenara as the only change to the New Zealand team for the second Test against England in Auckland on Saturday.
Rookie starts for England in Eden Park duel
Loosehead prop Fin Baxter is the only change in the England starting XV to face the All Blacks in Auckland on Saturday, replacing the injured Joe Marler.
Slipper to lead Wallabies after Wright blow
Veteran prop James Slipper will captain Australia in the second Test against Wales on Saturday after new skipper Liam Wright was ruled out with an injury.
Williams fit, Wainwright out for winless Wales
Wales No 8 Aaron Wainwright is sidelined for the second Test against Australia in a setback to Warren Gatland’s young team, which is on an eight-game losing streak.
Record-breaker Doogz has eyes on Irish prize
Set to break the Springbok record for most-capped centre pairing with Jesse Kriel, Damian de Allende has his eyes firmly set on helping the world champions clinch a series win over Ireland on Saturday.
Rassie: We do things for SA
In the third episode of his vlog series, Rassie Erasmus shares his thoughts on being under public scrutiny and why he isn’t worried about criticism from overseas.
‘Coach’ Duane proving Bok value
Rassie Erasmus has revealed the immense value that the Springboks are getting out of Duane Vermeulen after the two-time World Cup winner’s quick transition from playing into coaching.
Ireland fired up to ‘one-up’ Boks physically
Ronan Kelleher says he is excited by the challenge of making a physical statement against the Springboks in Durban after his first Test ended in the disappointment of a yellow card for a penalty try.
