‘Grateful’ Bok calls it quits
Springbok and Vodacom Bulls centre Lionel Mapoe has announced his retirement from rugby, calling time on a professional career that spanned nearly two decades.
Rassie fires back at Bomb Squad swipe
Rassie Erasmus has taken to social media to respond to outgoing World Rugby chairman Bill Beaumont’s comments about the Springboks’ Bomb Squad.
On this day: Kolbe’s block torments France
On this day in 2023, Cheslin Kolbe produced one of the moments of the World Cup by charging down Thomas Ramos’ conversion to help the Springboks claim an epic quarter-final victory over hosts France.
Rugby bosses oppose equity deal
The R1.3-billion private equity deal between SA Rugby (SARU) and the Seattle-based Ackerley Sports Group (ASG) looks set to crumble after reported opposition from SA’s top rugby unions.
Boks to battle Azzurri, Georgia
The Springboks will host Italy for the first time in over a decade in next year’s July Test series, which could also see Georgia return to South African shores.
Fourie: Boks unbeaten on tour
Former Springbok scrumhalf Fourie du Preez believes South Africa is poised for a clean sweep from three November Tests in the UK.
Wrap Bok champs in cotton wool
Siya Kolisi and Handre Pollard are central to the Springboks’ future, and preserving their fitness is vital for South Africa’s crack at a Rugby World Cup three-peat in 2027, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Lions leader Horn eyes Bok call-up
Considering the competition for Springbok back-row spots, it must be pretty daunting for an uncapped player with international ambitions like Francke Horn.
Brace to handle Bok clash at Twickenham
World Rugby announced the match officials for the November Test window on Friday, which includes the Springboks’ three Tests against Scotland, England and Wales.
Bok prospects making noise in URC
MARK KEOHANE makes a strong case for four uncapped South Africans who are enhancing their Test prospects with standout performances in the Vodacom URC.
