Devin Hermanus

De Jongh’s ‘grave’ outlook for WP

It will take all of Juan de Jongh’s experience to help reestablish Western Province as a force to be reckoned with in the Currie Cup, reports DEVIN HERMANUS.

Global trial for 20-minute red card on the table

World Rugby are to examine the possibility of introducing the 20-minute red card as a global law trial.

Scotland vs South Africa. South Africa's Siya Kolisi after the game Autumn Nations Series, BT Murrayfield, Edinburgh, Scotland - 13 Nov 2021

Watch: Bok skipper ‘can’t wait’ to face Wales

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi gives an update from the first of two national alignment camps ahead of the July series against Wales.

Lions stars doubtful for another crack at Boks

With a casualty list that reads like a battlefield fallout, Wales are now sweating the availability of four British & Lions 2021 tourists for the July series against the Springboks.

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - JANUARY 22: Sbu Nkosi of the Sharks during the United Rugby Championship match between Emirates Lions and Cell C Sharks at Emirates Airline Park on January 22, 2022 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Bok speedster eyes swift return after surgery

“I’ll be back” says Sbu Nkosi, after the injured Springbok had surgery in a bid to end a run of misfortune and return to the playing field.

YOKOHAMA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 02: Makazole Mapimpi of South Africa celebrates with team mate Lukhanyo Am after scoring their team's first try during the Rugby World Cup 2019 Final between England and South Africa at International Stadium Yokohama on November 02, 2019 in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

‘Boks not blooding youngsters now is nonsense’

The Springboks have more than enough time – and Test matches – before the 2023 World Cup to develop a winning habit while still selecting youngsters, according to Mark Keohane.

South Africa's Faf de Klerk gestures during the rugby Championship match against Australia at the Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on September 18, 2021. - -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE -- (Photo by Patrick HAMILTON / AFP) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE -- (Photo by PATRICK HAMILTON/AFP via Getty Images)

Watch: Faf or Fabio? You decide

Faf de Klerk is more than likely going to be big in Japan, and it’s the Springbok’s blond locks that may be as eye-catching as his skills.

Duane to soften up Wales for rookies?

An experienced Springbok lineup must have already beaten Wales twice before Jacques Nienaber will consider picking uncapped youngsters for the final Test of the July series.

Shaun Williams of South Africa runs with the ball during the Men's HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series 2022 match between United States and South Africa at the La Cartuja stadium in Seville, on January 29, 2022. (Photo by DAX Images/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Blitzbok trio answer SOS from Canada

James Murphy, Shaun Williams and Shilton van Wyk have been called into the Blitzboks squad as injury replacements for the Canada Sevens tournament, starting on Saturday.

Double tragedy rocks Dale College

Dale College has been rocked by the death of a player from a head injury suffered during a game, and this follows news of another who went missing and was later found dead.