Springboks

Boks only have themselves to blame

A shocking last-minute decision from referee Angus Gardner should not be used as an excuse for the Springboks’ disappointing defeat to England on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

England punish blundering Boks

England held on to beat a misfiring Springbok side 12-11 at Twickenham on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Kolisi keen for Twickenham ‘debut’

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says he is excited to run out for his first game at Twickenham on Saturday.

Kolisi: Boks not favourites at Twickenham

Captain Siya Kolisi says the Springboks are expecting a huge physical and tactical battle against England on Saturday.

Bok duo up for World Rugby award

Faf de Klerk and Malcolm Marx have been nominated for the 2018 World Rugby Player of the Year award.

‘Willemse deserves a start’

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks hope to learn a lot about Damian Willemse’s aptitude for Test rugby in Saturday’s high-pressure clash against England at Twickenham.

‘England will try run Boks off their feet’

Former England wing Austin Healey believes Eddie Jones’ team selections for Saturday’s Test could work out if they avoid an arm-wrestle with the Springbok forwards.

Akker undergoes minor operation

Akker van der Merwe has undergone a small medical procedure this week to treat an old knee injury. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Whiteley expects physical England

Warren Whiteley is still anticipating a physical approach from England despite a lack of experience in their pack for the clash at Twickenham on Saturday.