Aussie coach backs ‘negative’ Boks
Matt Williams believes the Springboks’ expert exploitation of the “loopholes” in the current laws of the game is why South Africa should beat Australia on Saturday.
Stick: Elton’s return puts Boks in a better position
Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says concerns over Handre Pollard’s fatigue prompted the Springboks to recall Elton Jantjies for Saturday’s match against the Wallabies in Adelaide.
Kolisi: Wallabies have revealed hand with six-two split
Siya Kolisi says the Springboks are wise to the Wallabies’ decision to go for a six-two split on the bench in an attempt to match the imperious South African pack.
Test picks: Boks given a slim chance Down Under
The SARugbymag.co.za team formed a huddle over this weekend’s Test matches and there’s a lone voice cheering on the Springboks to pull off a rare feat in Adelaide.
Wallabies to bring the heat against Boks
Australia skipper James Slipper says it’s crucial to put South Africa under early pressure if the Wallabies want to maintain their nine-year unbeaten streak against the Springboks on home soil.
Horan: Underrated Pollard the ‘glue’ for Boks
Two-time World Cup winner and former Wallaby centre Tim Horan believes Handre Pollard deserves more recognition for his role in the Springbok backline.
Rennie: Bok bench ‘better’ than starters
Australia coach Dave Rennie believes South Africa’s best front row will come off the bench in the clash between the Springboks and Wallabies on Saturday.
Rankings: Boks at risk of drop in Adelaide
The Springboks could fall in World Rugby’s official Test rankings should they fail to avoid defeat by the Wallabies in Adelaide on Saturday.
Frans: Boks can do ‘something special’ in Adelaide
Having missed both losses against Australia in 2021, recalled veteran Frans Steyn is determined to help the Springboks end a losing run Down Under.
Argentina bulk up for All Blacks clash
Argentina coach Michael Cheika on Thursday unveiled a strengthened backline, making three starting changes to his team to face New Zealand in their Rugby Championship Test in Christchurch on Saturday.
