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.

Sharks get Bok boost for Griquas clash

Veteran prop Trevor Nyakane will play his first game for the Sharks as one of five Springboks in the matchday 23 to face Griquas in Kimberley on Friday.

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.

Irish scribe: Brown can make Boks ‘unstoppable’

Ireland-based columnist Jonny Holland says Tony Brown has the chance to create “something special” with the Boks once his attack structure is embedded effectively.

Rassie: Stats don’t win matches

Rassie Erasmus said having the most experienced Springbok starting XV in history won’t guarantee victory against Ireland in the series decider at Kings Park on Saturday.

Watch: Fleet-footed Boks flay Ireland

Displaying incredible speed and skill, relive the brilliance of Kurt-Lee Arendse and Cheslin Kolbe’s tries for the Springboks against Ireland at Loftus Versfeld.