Rassie salutes Boks’ sacrifice, smarts

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks’ 32-17 win over France in Paris was built on selfless decisions, calm thinking and sheer grit.

Sacha: Boks made it special for ‘big Siya’

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has hailed his Springbok teammates for making captain Siya Kolisi’s 100th Test a memorable one.

Ill-disciplined All Blacks survive Scottish fightback

Damian McKenzie’s try six minutes from time helped preserve New Zealand’s unbeaten record against Scotland.

Sloppy Ireland brush off Brave Blossoms

An unconvincing Ireland held off a lively Japan in Dublin on Saturday.

Mallett: Emotion can make or break France

Nick Mallett believes France’s ability to control their emotions will determine whether they conquer or crumble against the Springboks in Paris.

Eben to Siya: I’m right next to you

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has written a heartfelt tribute to his good friend and captain Siya Kolisi ahead of his 100th Test in Paris on Saturday.

Stick: Boks must summon 2023 magic

Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says the Springboks must bring the same intensity that powered them past France at the 2023 World Cup if they’re to silence the Stade de France once more.

France captain: Siya’s my brother

France captain Gaël Fickou has paid an emotional tribute to Springbok csaptain Siya Kolisi ahead of Saturday night’s blockbuster Test in Paris.

All Blacks ‘on edge’ to preserve unbeaten Scotland run

Ardie Savea says the All Blacks will take the field at Murrayfield on Saturday determined not to become the first New Zealand team to lose to Scotland.

Rassie backs Boan to ‘swim’

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus believes Boan Venter will make the most of his big opportunity against France in Paris on Saturday.