Steyn eyes Lions series
Frans Steyn has highlighted the difference in his awareness and appreciation of the Boks’ 2007 and 2019 World Cup wins, and his hopes of facing the 2021 Lions next year.
Silver lining for return-to-play protocols
World Rugby has confirmed in its return-to-play guidelines that matches do not have to be played behind closed doors until a vaccine to the Covid-19 pandemic is freely available.
Future of Springbok rugby (centres)
In the second instalment of a new series, DYLAN JACK looks at players aged 23 and younger with the potential to provide the spine of a future Springbok side.
English club snap up Bok fitness guru
The Springboks’ former head of athletic performance, Aled Walters, has officially joined English club the Leicester Tigers ahead of the 2020-21 season.
Cancellation of Tests could cost RFU millions
The Rugby Football Union will lose up to £107 million in revenue if England’s end-of-year Tests at Twickenham are cancelled because of the coronavirus.
Boks confirm Walters departure
SA Rugby has confirmed that the Springboks’ head of athletic performance, Aled Walters, has been released from his contract to join an overseas club in June.
Cane named as new All Blacks captain
Chiefs loose forward and skipper Sam Cane has been named as Kieran Read’s successor to lead the All Blacks as captain.
Jones: Coaching ‘YouTube generation’ a challenge
England coach Eddie Jones says coaches face an increasing challenge to get today’s generation of players to learn from videos and appreciate the finer aspects of the game.
Itoje rated as world’s best, Pieter-Steph fifth
Springbok star Pieter-Steph du Toit is just the fifth-best player in the world, according to a leading United Kingdom rugby scribe.
Rassie desperate for long-term Bok success
Rassie Erasmus is determined to ensure the current world champion Bok team avoids some of the pitfalls that were experienced after previous World Cup triumphs.
