Is Wallabies’ confidence for real, or AI?
The incredulous Australian optimism fuelling belief that the Wallabies can upset the world champion Springboks at Ellis Park defies history, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Bok legend: Chester Williams
Chester Williams, who would have turned 55 today, overcame prejudice, serious knee injuries and formidable opponents to become one of the game’s great wings.
Junior Boks ‘inspired’ by Bok experience
Batho Hlekani, Cheswill Jooste and Haashim Pead say their time in camp with the Springboks has only strengthened their hunger to reach the highest level.
Paul backs Wallabies to shock Boks
Former Wallabies hooker Jeremy Paul says Australia should beat the Springboks in South Africa after a bruising Lions series left them battle-ready for Ellis Park.
Rassie responds to Boks’ biggest critic
Rassie Erasmus has fired back at Matt Williams after the Australian’s latest rant about the Springboks.
Rewind: Bok backs run rampant in TRC ’24
With “Tonyball” now well and truly integrated as part of the Springboks’ DNA, the South Africans are likely to score more stunning tries during The Rugby Championship.
Cheslin valued at $10-million
Cheslin Kolbe doesn’t come cheap for fans wanting to build their dream XV in the official Fantasy Rugby Championship, which launched on Wednesday.
Wallabies lose another heavy for Bok showdown
The Springboks are set to face a depleted Australian front row in the Rugby Championship opener, with star tighthead prop Taniela Tupou in serious doubt for the Ellis Park Test.
Spencer backs Boks to breach All Blacks fortress
Springbok fans have more reason to believe, with former All Blacks playmaker Carlos Spencer tipping the world champions to end New Zealand’s epic Eden Park streak.
White to pause retirement for one more shot at Boks?
The opportunity to have one more run against the Boks may see veteran Nic White put his retirement plans on hold following a scrumhalf injury crisis in the Wallabies camp.
