Louw out for remainder of 2025
Elrigh Louw eyes a 2026 return to action as the Springbok bruiser recovers from a gruesome knee injury that will rule him out of a blockbuster Test season.
Rassie throws Brannas a lifeline
Rassie Erasmus believes that 38-year-old Deon Fourie is the ideal insurance policy if those wrestling Bongi Mbonambi for the Springbok No 2 jersey fail to “shoot the lights out”.
Duane names his Bok No 8 candidates
Duane Vermeulen says competition for the Springbok No 8 jumper will be intense in 2025, as the legendary hardman reflects on his first year swapping boots for a clipboard.
Rassie: Let’s move Rugby Champs
Rassie Erasmus proposes that the Rugby Championship be moved to summer to ease the strain on the world champion Springboks’ schedule.
How Felix fits into Bok coaching ‘matrix’
Rassie Erasmus outlines the details of the returning Felix Jones’ role and responsibilities as a key member in an expanded Springbok coaching setup.
Rassie on Siya, Eben’s Bok future
Rassie Erasmus is upbeat about Eben Etzebeth’s availability for the Springboks in 2025, and the coach addressed questions around Siya Kolisi’s role in the team.
Frans backs ‘next Lukhanyo Am’ to shine
Cheetahs coach Frans Steyn has picked a player at outside centre for their opening SA Cup match against Boland who he believes has the potential to emulate a Springbok star.
WP threatened with Newlands auction
Newlands Stadium could be sold at auction despite the Western Province Rugby Football Union having secured a buyer.
Bok prop signs for Stormers
A Springbok prop will join the Stormers at the end of the current season.
Ireland can’t catch Boks
Ireland cannot supplant the Springboks at the top of the World Rugby rankings in the 2025 Six Nations, even if they go on to claim a Grand Slam.
