A necessary Super Rugby cull

With South Africa set to lose two Super Rugby franchises, JON CARDINELLI looks at four possible scenarios.

Coetzee’s backline conundrum

Jesse Kriel’s injury may force at least one change to the Springbok back division ahead of the second Test against France, writes JON CARDINELLI in Durban.

Boks must heed Loftus lessons

The Springboks’ chances of progress in the second Test against France will hinge on several personnel changes, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Kriel concern for Boks

Jesse Kriel took a knock to the head in the big win against France and may be forced to miss the second Test in Durban, reports JON CARDINELLI in Pretoria.

Boks snap losing streak

The Springboks beat France 37-14 on Saturday to take a 1-0 lead in the series and end their four-game losing run, reports JON CARDINELLI at Loftus Versfeld.

Whiteley wants ‘cherry on cake’

New Springbok captain Warren Whiteley is determined to finish a memorable week with a crucial win against France at Loftus Versfeld. JON CARDINELLI in Pretoria reports.

Preview: Springboks vs France (1st Test)

The Springboks have to front at the gainline against France this Saturday if they are to avoid a fifth straight Test defeat, writes JON CARDINELLI in Pretoria.

Untried combos a massive gamble

Allister Coetzee’s decision to favour form over experience could backfire in spectacular fashion when the Springboks face France at Loftus Versfeld, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Coetzee to bank on Lions

Allister Coetzee looks set to name a locally-based starting XV stacked with Lions players for the first Test against France. JON CARDINELLI in Pretoria reports.

Eben targets French heavies

Eben Etzebeth says the Springboks ‘can’t wait to climb into the French’ at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Pretoria reports.