Who will be Boks’ third-choice hooker?
While Schalk Brits looks set to go to the World Cup with the Springboks, Bismarck du Plessis and Akker van der Merwe remain in the running. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Venter questions contracting system
Former Springbok centre and assistant coach Brendan Venter says SA Rugby’s new contracting system could damage the growth of the game in the country.
Rugby Championship schedule confirmed
Sanzaar has confirmed the abbreviated six-match schedule for this year’s Rugby Championship, which will see the Springboks play just one match at home.
Van Graan extends Munster stay
Munster coach Johann van Graan has signed a two-year extension to remain with the Irish club until 2022.
Mapimpi is SA’s in-form wing
On current form, it would be impossible to deny Makazole Mapimpi a starting berth in the Bok side, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Le Roux: I owe everything to Wasps
Willie le Roux has credited Wasps for giving him the chance to impress the Springbok coaching staff and resurrect his Test career.
Steyn set for homecoming in 2020
Frans Steyn is expected to relocate to Bloemfontein once his contract with French club Montpellier concludes next year. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Boks bolster management team
Eugene Henning has been seconded to the Springboks’ management team to cater for player affairs and welfare.
‘Boks have put All Blacks on a pedestal’
Former Springbok scrumhalf Fourie du Preez says the Boks should believe that they can beat the All Blacks on a regular basis.
Kitshoff close to overseas move U-turn
Steven Kitshoff could reportedly turn down a deal from the Sale Sharks and extend his stay with the Stormers.
