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Dobson laments Libbok’s ‘eye-watering’ offer

Stormers boss John Dobson understands flyhalf Manie Libbok’s decision to leave for Japan and insists the door will always be open for his return.

Low-tech Baa Baas locked on Tshituka

Sam Cane is stepping into the unknown against Vincent Tshituka on Saturday, but the former All Blacks skipper is relishing the prospect of testing himself against the Bok rookie.

Franco: Boks now the hunted

Glasgow Warriors coach Franco Smith says the Springboks have a target on their back.

Kolisi out, Kriel captains Boks

Jesse Kriel leads the Springboks into battle against the Barbarians at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

Rassie: I’m looking for performance, not personality

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says building personal bonds with players can cloud judgement, which is why he is more interested in what makes his players perform on the field.

Deans: Rassie not someone who likes to lose

Barbarians head coach Robbie Deans backs the legendary team to bring their trademark flair and courage against a focused Springbok outfit in Cape Town on Saturday.

Rassie hints at captaincy change

Siya Kolisi remains Rassie Erasmus’ first-choice Springbok skipper, but the head coach is looking at “young blood” to potentially succeed the two-time World Cup winner.

Marnus: Scarlets move made Bok dream come true

Hooker Marnus van der Merwe says his move to Wales fast-tracked his Bok dream, and he’s ready to grab his chance with both hands against the Barbarians on Saturday.

Saffas locked in to battle Boks for Baa Baas

Lock Ruben van Heerden and fellow South African David Ribbans start in the engine room of a Peter O’Mahony-led Barbarians side against the Springboks on Saturday.