Polly wants to fly with skilful Boks
Flyhalf Handre Pollard believes the Springboks’ growth lies in expanding their attacking game, an area he’s excited to develop under the guidance of Kiwi coach Tony Brown.
Rassie, the innovative tormentor
Rugby has never had a coach like Rassie Erasmus, who has developed two destructive Springbok packs and is prepared to select both of them in a match-day 23, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Scotland not cowed by Bok ‘Nuke Squad’
Sione Tuipulotu says Scotland must arrive at Murrayfield with a mindset to win – and to resist the psychological pressure that often accompanies a clash with the Springboks’ powerful forward-laden bench.
Bulls reignite push for Bok centre
The Vodacom Bulls are optimistic about completing a deal aimed at securing the return to Loftus Versfeld of a fan-favourite Springbok centre.
Boks switched on for Murrayfield ‘hustle’
Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick said the Springboks aim to win Sunday’s clash in Edinburgh inside the first 20 minutes, or risk being punished by a ‘X factor’ Scotland side.
Eben’s warning: Scotland no pushovers
Eben Etzebeth says the Springboks will be on high alert when they face Scotland in their Outgoing Tour opener at Murrayfield on Sunday.
Kolbe excited ‘to prove people wrong’
Pocket rocket Cheslin Kolbe hasn’t let his size stop him from becoming a two-time Springbok world champion and key player in Rassie Erasmus’ imaginative gameplans.
Solly: Bomb Squad is here to stay
Former Springbok assistant coach Alan Solomons has hailed Rassie Erasmus’ innovative use of the bench, urging World Rugby not to change the rules on substitutions.
Boks in pole position for No 1 spot
Following New Zealand’s win over Ireland, only a Scotland victory at Murrayfield on Sunday can stop the Springboks from returning to the summit of the World Rugby rankings.
Louw breaks down Bok back-row combo
The powerful Elrigh Louw can’t wait to face Scotland at Murrayfield for the first time, as part of a new Springbok loose trio with ballhawks Kwagga Smith and Marco van Staden.
