Mallett: Where the match will be won or lost

Nick Mallett says the All Blacks can upset the Springboks in Nelspruit on Saturday by dominating the world champions in one key facet of the game.

Watch: Whose lineout is it anyway?

A couple of front-row brutes shove the opposing hooker to the turf after the nosey No 2 tries to listen in on their set-piece calls.

Young guns sign with Stormers

Stormers coach John Dobson is delighted to have locked down two of South Africa’s most promising players for next season.

All Blacks to spoil Marx milestone

Lock Scott Barrett says the All Blacks will rain on the Springboks’ parade as Malcolm Marx celebrates his 50th Test cap when the old foes clash at a “hostile” Mbombela Stadium on Saturday.

Test picks: All Blacks given a chance to stun Boks

The SARugbymag.co.za team’s predictions for the first round of the Rugby Championship has revealed a ‘traitor’ in their midst.

Willie igniting the spark for Boks

Springbok fans will either be thrilled at the prospect of Willie le Roux sparking a dazzling attacking move, or dread the possibility of the mercurial fullback botching a simple catch or pass.

Stormers say farewell to URC champions

Two players who fulfilled significant roles for the Stormers in the 2022-23 Vodacom United Rugby Championship have parted ways with the Cape side.

‘Overwhelmed’ Clarke surprised by All Blacks start

Recalled All Blacks winger Caleb Clarke didn’t expect to be in the vanguard of New Zealand’s quest for redemption when they battle the Springboks in Nelspruit on Saturday.

Watch: Defender forgets rules of engagement

An overzealous forward flies after the kick-off and dumps the spindly flyhalf before the ball lands.

Foster: All Blacks will man up to Boks

Head coach Ian Foster says a “smart and physical” approach from the All Blacks is the ticket to victory over the Springboks when the arch-rivals battle on Saturday.