Preview: Bok backlash requires intensity, accuracy
The Springboks have been all fire and brimstone this week but, almost mercifully, the time has now arrived to do their talking on the field, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Kolisi: I didn’t feel respected
Siya Kolisi has supported SA Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus’ claims that the Springbok captain was disrespected by the officiating team during the first Test against the British & Irish Lions.
World Rugby reacts to Rassie video
World Rugby has responded to Rassie Erasmus’ hour-long video highlighting officiating discrepancies in the first Test between the Springboks and British & Irish Lions.
Rugby Australia slams Rassie’s comments about Berry
Rugby Australia has condemned the commentary from South Africa’s director of rugby Rassie Erasmus surrounding the performance of Nic Berry.
What is Rassie’s plan?
A man with more plans than an architect, the willingness of Rassie Erasmus to sacrifice himself in what many view as a brave tirade against hapless World Rugby can’t be taken at face value, according to ZELIM NEL.
Rassie picks cause to fight for, regardless of consequences
Rassie Erasmus’ hour-long video is sure to divide opinions, but one way or another he has thrown down the gauntlet to World Rugby and officials. The response will be telling, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Rassie calls for fairness: I’ll step away if need be
Rassie Erasmus says he would be willing to step away from SA Rugby’s management team for the final two Tests of the British & Irish Lions series if it would result in fairness and clarity from World Rugby over officiating questions.
Boks won’t ‘sit back and feel sorry for themselves’
Damian Willemse says the Springboks have clarity about what they need to do in order to bounce back from this past Saturday’s defeat when they face the British & Irish Lions again, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Bok bench, Willemse empowered to inject energy
Jacques Nienaber says the form of Damian Willemse has warranted his selection and the Bok coaches’ backing to cover three backline positions in this Saturday’s second Test. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Nienaber: I may have hung Kwagga out to dry
Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has admitted that they got their tactics wrong with protecting Kwagga Smith under the high ball during the first Test against the British & Irish Lions.
