Writers’ Bok XV: Most back Kwagga to start at No 8
In the buildup to the first Test between the Springboks and British & Irish Lions in Cape Town, the SARugbymag.co.za writers select their Springbok match-day 23 that could run out on Saturday.
Pollard: Don’t worry about Boks, we will be ready
Handre Pollard personally feels the Boks’ style of play when sticking to their traditional strengths is the “most beautiful thing in the world”, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Boks not concerned over potential Kolisi absence
Mzwandile Stick says the Springboks are not concerned about potentially facing the British & Irish Lions without Siya Kolisi as the influential Bok captain faces a call over his availability for the first Test.
Ultimate showdown: Boks vs Lions 12-year wait is finally over
The Springboks are ready to tackle the British & Irish Lions after an intense and intricate buildup to the long-awaited series, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Mallett: Bok coaches will have Test 23 solidified now
SuperSport pundit and former Springbok coach Nick Mallett has reflected on the South Africa A loss to the Bulls, cautioning of the threats the British & Irish Lions have at their disposal for the Test series.
New issue: Boks set sights on taming Lions
Get your hands on the latest SA Rugby magazine, now on sale, for all you need to know ahead of the three-Test series between the Boks and British & Irish Lions.
Boks “on the right track” to challenge Lions
Stormers head coach John Dobson highlighted some of the areas the Springboks can look to exploit when they face the British & Irish Lions in the first of the Test series next Saturday.
Blitzboks coach placed in isolation
Blitzboks coach Neil Powell has produced a positive Covid-19 result and has been admitted to an isolation facility in Kagashimo where the sevens squad are currently in a pre-Olympics training camp.
Georgia head coach in serious condition in South African hospital
Georgia’s head rugby coach Levan Maisashvili has been moved to one of South Africa’s “top-level clinics” after suffering “serious lung damage” from Covid-19 during the team’s tour of SA.
White: Don’t read too much into Bulls win over SA A
Jake White says the Bulls’ surprise win over a SA A side on Saturday will in no way be an indication of what will happen in the Boks’ Test series against the British & Irish Lions.
