Poll: Who anchors Bok scrum in 2025?

With injured prop Frans Malherbe out indefinitely, which Bok tighthead do you think will win the most Test caps in 2025?

Tshituka on Test debut, Kriel keeps captaincy

Vincent Tshituka makes his Test debut and Jesse Kriel captains the Springboks for the first time in a capped international against Italy in Pretoria on Saturday.

Guys, cut Willie some slack

It would be a rugby travesty if Willie le Roux were to go down in history as the most underappreciated Springbok Test centurion, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Andre the Prius to power Bok 8-0?

Scrum coach Daan Human believes the best is yet to come from Andre Esterhuizen, whose unconventional hybrid role has added another weapon to the Springbok arsenal.

Watch: Boan gets stuck in

New Springbok recruit Boan Venter has finally linked up with the rest of the squad – and forwards coach Daan Human wasted no time in putting him to work.

Italy bring bite, not just bark, to Bok showdown

The Springboks may boast superior firepower and form heading into their two-Test series against Italy, but Rassie Erasmus’ men would be wise not to underestimate the Azzurri.

Boks rate Italy scrum

Springbok scrum coach Daan Human and front-row forward Jan-Hendrik Wessels expect a bruising battle against Italy at Loftus.

Kwaai Kolbe puts in another stunner

Cheslin Kolbe is hands-down South Africa’s most valuable player, and much of the Springboks’ success will depend on him staying fit and doing what he’s been doing.

State of the Boks: Milestones beckon in blockbuster season

The world champions set their sights on Eden Park, with three players on track to join the illustrious Bok centurion club this year.

Les Bleus sweat over crocked stars

Head coach Fabien Galthie has his fingers crossed over two injury concerns for France days away from their first Test with New Zealand in Dunedin.