Cheetahs ‘happy to pay’ for Bok Test
The Cheetahs will not stand with the rest of the local unions opposed to paying the fees that SA Rugby has charged for the international matches they host in 2024.
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The Cheetahs will not stand with the rest of the local unions opposed to paying the fees that SA Rugby has charged for the international matches they host in 2024.
Rassie Erasmus has admitted that a decision will have to be made over whether France-based Siya Kolisi continues to captain the Springboks.
Rassie Erasmus has confirmed the new Springbok management team as the world champions prepare to embark on the start of another World Cup cycle.
Tickets for the second match of the July Test series between the Springboks and Ireland at Kings Park sold out in 90 minutes on Monday.
The Springboks’ position as the number one Test team has been strengthened after Ireland’s shock defeat to England, while Italy’s historic win in Rome has lifted the Azzurri to a best-ever position in World Rugby’s rankings.
Double world champions RG Snyman and Duane Vermeulen emphasise the immense impact and responsibility of those players selected to feature off the Springbok bench.
The six local unions set to host Springbok Tests this year are reportedly considering not paying the fees that SA Rugby has charged for the matches.
Jake White says Wilco Louw is the “strongest prop in the world” while hailing the Springbok tighthead’s impact since arriving at the Vodacom Bulls.
Morne Steyn believes Jordan Hendrikse has the potential to follow in fellow Springbok goalkicking legend Frans Steyn’s footsteps, given the chance to run out in the Test arena.
Ireland have failed to deliver in high-pressure situations like the Springboks, and should expect a tough time against the world champions in July, writes MARK KEOHANE.