Five epic Ellis Park Tests

The New Zealand Herald has selected the best clashes between the Springboks and All Blacks.

‘Pollard can be something special’

Steve Hansen believes the Springboks’ 10-12-13 combination has awesome potential, and will test the All Blacks’ defence this Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Hansen calls for maul change

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says the rules governing the rolling maul need to change to ensure a fair contest, reports JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Evolution of the haka

How the All Blacks haka has changed since 1922. 

Brüssow ‘better than before’

Heinrich Brüssow feels he's a smarter and ultimately more effective player than he was four years ago, reports JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Hendricks to start against All Blacks

Cornal Hendricks will start on the right wing against the All Blacks on Saturday after JP Pietersen was forced to withdraw as the result of a hamstring injury.

Meyer alters plan for All Blacks

Heyneke Meyer believes starting two fetchers in the back row will improve the Springboks’ chances of beating the All Blacks on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Brüssow back for Boks

Heinrich Brüssow will feature for the Springboks for the first time since the 2011 World Cup after being named to start at openside flank against the All Blacks.

‘Burger needs chance to lead’

Heyneke Meyer believes the Springboks will need three strong captaincy options going into the World Cup, reports JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Lood set for No 5 role

Lood de Jager and Warren Whiteley are expected to start against the All Blacks at Ellis Park this Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.