10 Memorable Bok-Ireland clashes in pro era

The Springboks have won 10 of their 18 meetings against Ireland since 1998, but the Irish will be in search of a first series win in South Africa on the back of a 3-0 record.

Franco could face Boks or Scots decision

Franco Smith has proved that you don’t need to be a big-name coach to achieve the impossible, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Boks are SA’s biggest transformation success story

The Springboks should not be expected to play the numbers game when it comes to transformation, writes @SimonBorchardt

SA must prioritise Champions Cup

South African franchises must launch a full-on assault against Europe’s top clubs next season, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Champions Cup format a flop

The Champions Cup must return to the format that proved popular in the past, writes @SimonBorchardt

‘Jungle Joe’ embarks on new adventure

Having left the Costa Rican jungle, Joe van Niekerk is excited for what’s next.

World Rugby to defuse Boks’ Bomb Squad?

There’s good and bad (for the Boks) in World Rugby’s latest laws initiative, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

World Rugby mouthguards not so smart

Rugby is trying to fix a problem that may not exist, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Rugby must make call on TMOs

Match officials have been let down by World Rugby’s TMO protocol, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Ellis Park’s days are numbered

It’s a matter of when, not if, the Lions leave Ellis Park for a smaller stadium in a safer area, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.