Springboks

Rassie’s plan for ‘national treasure’ Kolisi

Rassie Erasmus has a plan to ensure that Siya Kolisi makes it to the next World Cup in 2027, even though it might not be as the Springboks’ run-on captain, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Cape Town cheers for the Springboks during the World Cup trophy tour

Stick: Bok champs have nothing to prove

Mzwandile Stick said “the best team in the world is the one that wins the World Cup”, as the Springbok assistant coach sets the stage for an epic July series against Ireland in SA.

Habana: Boks play to win trophies

Bryan Habana has emphasised winning over playing “nice rugby” while weighing in on the debate of whether the Springboks or Ireland is the best team in the world.

Etzebeth eyes Sharks return, then Boks

Springbok enforcer Eben Etzebeth has targeted the meeting between the Sharks and Ulster in Durban next Saturday for his long-awaited comeback from injury.

PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 28: Siya Kolisi of South Africa celebrates at full-time after their team's victory in the Rugby World Cup Final match between New Zealand and South Africa at Stade de France on October 28, 2023 in Paris, France.

Wayde: Siya shows SA what strength looks like

World and Olympic 400m record holder Wayde van Niekerk has hailed Siya Kolisi’s drive after the Springbok skipper was nominated for the Laureus World Comeback of the Year.

Reinhardt Ludwig of the Bulls is tackled by Damian Willemse of the Stormers during the 2023 United Rugby Championship game between the Stormers and Bulls at Cape Town Stadium on 23 December 2023 ©Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Bulls lock strives to emulate ‘hero’ PSDT

Reinhardt Ludwig has embraced the opportunity at blindside flanker for the Vodacom Bulls, and hopefully follow in the footsteps of Springbok star Pieter-Steph du Toit.

South Africa Director of Rugby, Rassie Erasmus, ahead of the Rugby World Cup 2023 final match at the Stade de France in Paris, France. Picture date: Saturday October 28, 2023. Photo: BackpagePix

Rassie’s way a highway to success

A back-to-back World Cup winner, Rassie Erasmus stands among the world’s best sporting coaches due to his innovative approach and unwavering self-belief, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Etzebeth goes back-to-back at SA Rugby awards

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth became only the second player to win back-to-back SA Rugby’s Player of the Year awards at a glittering ceremony in Johannesburg on Thursday.

(12971682ac) Ulster vs Munster. Referee Jaco Peyper United Rugby Championship Quarter-Final, Kingspan Stadium, Belfast - 03 Jun 2022

Watch: Peyper helping Boks find ‘grey areas’

Former Test referee and SA Rugby’s newly appointed laws and discipline advisor Jaco Peyper says part of his role will be helping the Springboks find parts of the lawbook to exploit.