Ox rates Asenathi, Wessels
Scrum demolition expert Ox Nche says the Springbok scrum is in good hands based on the work ethic of the younger props in the squad.
Kwagga ‘motivated’ by Loftus dud
Kwagga Smith is disappointed the Springboks didn’t live up to their world champions status in Pretoria, and determined to make amends.
Faf lauds ‘fantastic’ Van den Berg
Scrumhalf Morne van den Berg put in an assured performance in what was an underwhelming Springbok display in the first Test against Italy.
Bok ‘Bomb Squad’ a damp squib
The Springboks’ famed bomb squad failed to fire in their 42-24 win over Italy at Loftus Versfeld, and now coach Rassie Erasmus is reconsidering its composition.
Bok blanks will trouble ‘Sheriff’ Rassie
South Africa overpowered Italy in their 2025 Test opener, but a mixed display outside the set piece left Rassie Erasmus with plenty to fine-tune, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Boks go into Gqeberha Test with ‘bruised egos’
Italy’s passion and fitness has forced Rassie Erasmus to re-think the make up of his match day squad for next Saturday’s second Test.
Kriel: Italy got us at the breakdown
Captain Jesse Kriel says the Springboks are preparing for a tough week as they look to put right the wrongs of the 42-24 win over Italy at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.
Van den Berg double seals it for Boks
Scrumhalf Morne van den Berg scored a brace of tries as the Springboks out-muscled Italy at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, in the first match of a two-Test series.
Rate the Ref: Hollie Davidson
Rate the performance of Scottish referee Hollie Davidson in the Bok win against Italy on Saturday.
Pick your MVP: Boks vs Italy
The Boks powered to victory at Loftus, who was your most valuable Springbok?
