Williams fit, Wainwright out for winless Wales
Wales No 8 Aaron Wainwright is sidelined for the second Test against Australia in a setback to Warren Gatland’s young team, which is on an eight-game losing streak.
‘Coach’ Duane proving Bok value
Rassie Erasmus has revealed the immense value that the Springboks are getting out of Duane Vermeulen after the two-time World Cup winner’s quick transition from playing into coaching.
Ireland fired up to ‘one-up’ Boks physically
Ronan Kelleher says he is excited by the challenge of making a physical statement against the Springboks in Durban after his first Test ended in the disappointment of a yellow card for a penalty try.
Bongi urges ref to watch Ireland’s scrum ‘tricks’
Frustrated by Ireland’s scrum tactics last week, Bongi Mbonambi has called for fair play at the set piece as the Springboks look to seal the series in Durban on Saturday.
Rassie: Ireland don’t fear the Bomb Squad
Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks are aware of the recent criticism of the Bomb Squad, but dismissed the idea of any concern coming from Ireland’s camp.
Irish scribe: Brown can make Boks ‘unstoppable’
Ireland-based columnist Jonny Holland says Tony Brown has the chance to create “something special” with the Boks once his attack structure is embedded effectively.
Rassie: Stats don’t win matches
Rassie Erasmus said having the most experienced Springbok starting XV in history won’t guarantee victory against Ireland in the series decider at Kings Park on Saturday.
Records fall for unchanged Boks
Rassie Erasmus retained his matchday 23 in naming the most experienced team in Springbok history for the series-decider against Ireland in Durban on Saturday.
Watch: Fleet-footed Boks flay Ireland
Displaying incredible speed and skill, relive the brilliance of Kurt-Lee Arendse and Cheslin Kolbe’s tries for the Springboks against Ireland at Loftus Versfeld.
‘Battered’ Irish vow to bounce back
Veteran scrumhalf Conor Murray and powerhouse No 8 Caelan Doris believe Ireland have what it takes level the series against the Springboks in Durban on Saturday.
