Steenekamp’s perseverance pays off

Having come through a tough period in his career, Gerhard Steenekamp now finds himself as the Springboks’ first-choice loosehead for the rest of the year-end tour.

‘Desire to beat Boks is very strong’

Attack coach Patrick Arlettaz says France’s determination to beat the Springboks burns as fiercely as ever – even if revenge isn’t their driving force.

Mallett laments Ox loss, backs Cheslin at 15

Nick Mallett fears the Springboks won’t get the same scrum dominance after losing loosehead prop Ox Nche to injury.

Zach: Bok debut was unreal, crazy

Zachary Porthen says he’s still “in awe” after becoming the youngest Springbok prop of the professional era.

Rassie provides Ox injury update

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has shed light on the seriousness of Ox Nché’s leg injury.

Sacha shines as Boks batter Brave Blossoms

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu scored two tries in the Springboks’ convincing win against Japan at Wembley on Saturday.

Bok-Baas star before All Blacks XV storm back

South Africans scored all three of the Barbarians tries in Saturday’s match against the All Blacks XV in Brentford.

Jake: Plum pays price for broken system

Jake White says John Plumtree’s impending departure as Sharks coach is proof that South African rugby’s professional system is setting coaches up to fail.

Siya: We’ll treat Japan with respect they deserve

Captain Siya Kolisi and assistant coach Mzwandile Stick insist the Springboks won’t underestimate Japan at Wembley on Saturday.

Porthen compared to All Blacks great

Stormers forwards coach Rito Hlungwani says Zachary Porthen reminds him of former All Blacks prop Carl Hayman.