Etzebeth: Irish media targeted me
Eben Etzebeth claims he was targeted by the Irish media for calling Ireland’s players “arrogant” following the World Cup clash with the Springboks.
Rassie drops 7-1 hint
Rassie Erasmus has hinted that the Springboks could still field a seven-one split on the bench in the series opener against Ireland, depending on the injury status in the camp.
Watch: Skilful Sacha matches master Pollard
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu showcases his goal-kicking prowess in this clip of the talented Springbok newcomer and two-time world champion Handre Pollard.
Rassie: We’re in a ‘blessed’ position
Rassie Erasmus said the Springboks are fortunate to be able to call on a wealth of World Cup-winning experience while exposing new talent against Ireland on Saturday.
Boks recall World Cup stars for series opener
Willie le Roux and Cheslin Kolbe are among a contingent of World Cup winners recalled by the Springboks for the first Test against Ireland in Pretoria on Saturday.
Williams: Tony tuning Bok attack
Grant Williams has revealed new attack coach Tony Brown is getting the Springbok halfbacks to think differently ahead of the Test series opener against Ireland on Saturday.
Peyper: Trial to speed up TMO reviews
Jaco Peyper has explained the law trials that will be in place for the series between the Springboks and Ireland, including an extension of the TMO’s powers.
Watch: Fassi dots down on Bok debut
On this day in 2021, Aphelele Fassi marked his Test debut with a sensational try as the Springboks returned to action after lockdown with a victory over Georgia at Loftus Versfeld.
Watch: ‘Rassie’ remix heats up series
A remix of Ireland’s rugby anthem, Zombie, by comedian Radioraps has fired Springbok fans up for the first Test of the series on Saturday.
Watch: World Cup winners versus dreamers
Keo & Zels are bemused by Ireland’s belief they’re the world’s best team when they have not made it to a World Cup semi-final in 37 years.
