Wilco’s got ‘a lot more to work on’
Wilco Louw is regarded as one of the world’s best scrummagers, but the Springbok strongman admits there’s an area of his game in which he can improve.
Manie managing Bok heavies’ energy
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok says an important part of his role is not overplaying the forwards.
Manie, Kwagga expect big Los Pumas challenge
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok and loose forward Kwagga Smith are bracing for massive battles against Argentina at Kings Park in Durban on Saturday.
Rassie: Boks won’t chase bonus point
Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks want to secure victory against Argentina at Kings Park on Saturday before turning their attention to a bonus point.
Krappie: Bok coaches make you believe
Morne van den Berg says the Springbok setup has given him the confidence to “be myself” on the rugby field.
Rassie: Willemse obvious choice at 15
Rassie Erasmus has backed Damian Willemse to start at fullback against Argentina in Durban, while explaining tighthead prop Wilco Louw’s continued selection on the bench.
Eben, Doogz back for Boks
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has made two personnel changes to his starting XV and rejigged the bench for Saturday’s match against Argentina at Kings Park.
Stormers wary of ‘Nienaber-effect’
The Stormers are expecting a defensively strong Leinster team in the opening round of the Vodacom URC in Cape Town on Friday night.
Esterhuizen embraces hybrid role
Springbok centre Andre Esterhuizen admits it’s a tougher task training with the forwards when he’s asked to double as a flank.
Andre the Giant: Execution is everything
Andre Esterhuizen says the Springboks’ record win over the All Blacks in Wellington proved what is possible when the team executes their plan.
