Boks shift gear into ‘Ireland mode’

The Springboks wrapped up their training camp in Pretoria on Friday in preparation for the opening Test of the Incoming Series against Ireland next Saturday.

Boks revive All Blacks tours

SA Rugby have confirmed that an agreement has been reached with New Zealand to host a full-fledged All Blacks tour for the first time in 30 years.

Junior Boks look to Koen to run the show

Bafana Nhleko says debutant flyhalf Liam Koen will be entrusted to kickstart the Junior Springboks’ attack in the U20 World Championship opener against Fiji on Saturday.

Boks ease fears over walking wounded

The Springboks provided good news on the injury front following concerns about several players carrying minor injuries ahead of the series against Ireland.

Rassie versus Ireland: Let’s spice it up!

Rassie Erasmus has responded to former Ireland veteran Simon Zebo’s “crack” that the Springbok coach “hates the Irish”, ahead of the two-Test series.

Rassie: ‘Fit’ Siya to captain Boks

Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that Siya Kolisi will retain the Springbok captaincy for the July internationals, while defending the flanker against criticism for being out of shape.

Cape sides impress at Craven Week

Boland and Western Province extended their respective winning streaks while the Sharks and Valke claimed victories on the third day of the U18 Craven Week in Krugersdorp.

Bulls give Dyantyi ‘second opportunity’

The Vodacom Bulls have officially confirmed that Springbok wing Aphiwe Dyantyi will move to Pretoria after leaving the Sharks.

Rassie: Boks have long-term plan for Wessels

Rassie Erasmus emphasised the importance of building squad depth with an eye on the next World Cup after handing Jan-Hendrik Wessels a surprise call to the Springbok squad.

Stormers poacher to hunt with Bulls

The Vodacom Bulls have continued to boost their squad with the signing of former DHL Stormers flank Nama Xaba.