Limited Boks need coaching X factor
Rousing forward performances against France and Italy should not overshadow the Springboks’ tactical and technical shortcomings, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Tour Tales – Padua
JON CARDINELLI on the Springbok cabin fever at ‘Paarden Island’, the Italian carb culture, and the club-like atmosphere at the Stadio Euganeo.
‘We fought for each other’
Handré Pollard says that the performance against Italy highlighted the growing spirit in the Springbok camp. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.
Coetzee hails ‘best’ pack showing
Allister Coetzee believes that the Springbok pack delivered one of its most emphatic performances against Italy. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.
Watch: Springbok press conference
What Allister Coetzee, Eben Etzebeth, Handré Pollard and Bongi Mbonambi had to say after the Springboks’ 35-6 win against Italy.
Boks bulldoze Italy
The Springbok forwards bossed the set pieces and collisions to power their side to a 35-6 victory over Italy on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI at Stadio Euganeo reports.
Boks push for ‘final’ flourish
The Springboks are determined to send Duane Vermeulen, Francois Louw, Franco Mostert and Elton Jantjies off with a convincing victory against Italy. JON CARDINELLI in Padua reports.
Watch: Springbok press conference
What captain Eben Etzebeth had to say at Friday’s press conference in Padua.
Preview: Italy vs Springboks
The Springboks’ accuracy at the breakdowns and in front of goal will be under scrutiny this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Padua.
Watch: Test predictions (Week 3)
Craig Lewis makes his predictions for Saturday’s match between Italy and the Springboks in Padua, as well as the other big Tests.
