Allan: Akker omission a disgrace

Former Scotland and Springbok hooker John Allan has criticised Schalk Brits’ inclusion in the November Test squad at the expense of Akker van der Merwe. DYLAN JACK reports.

Brits: Territory key in northern conditions

Former Saracens star Schalk Brits says that an inexperienced Springbok side must make a mental and physical shift on the four-Test tour of the northern hemisphere. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Rassie explains Akker omission

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says Akker van der Merwe was left out of the squad for the November Tests because he needs Schalk Brits’ experience.

Ashton relishing England return

Chris Ashton believes he has returned to the England squad as a better player after spending four years in the international wilderness.

Jones calls in Carling

Eddie Jones has recruited former England captain Will Carling as a leadership mentor ahead of their clash with the Springboks on Saturday.

Boks set for multiple changes

The Springboks will be forced to make at least five changes to their starting lineup for Saturday’s clash against England at Twickenham, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

‘England will know more about us’

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus expects John Mitchell to give England important knowledge about the South African players ahead of their clash on Saturday.

Mostert to miss England Test

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says he has decided not to use Franco Mostert in Saturday’s Test against England at Twickenham.

Barnes: No 9 a potential Bok problem

Former England flyhalf Stuart Barnes says the absence of scrumhalf Faf de Klerk could derail the Springboks when they take on England at Twickenham on Saturday.

Moore: England scrum must step up

Brian Moore says England’s scrum has to match the Springboks if they are to stand any chance of winning at Twickenham on Saturday.