Kolisi a unifying force

Siya Kolisi has helped to bring the Springboks, and South Africa, together, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Trio may stay with Boks

Rassie Erasmus says that overseas-based players Francois Louw, Faf de Klerk and Willie le Roux may remain with the Springboks if the team is hit by injuries or poor results, writes JON CARDINELLI in Durban.

‘All Blacks ready for Folau’

All Blacks fullback Ben Smith says they have plans to deal with an expected aerial assault from the Wallabies in Sydney on Saturday.

Barrett to retain All Blacks No 10 jersey

Beauden Barrett will start at flyhalf for the All Blacks against the Wallabies in Sydney on Saturday.

Hansen defends All Blacks haka

Steve Hansen has hit back at former prop Kees Meeuws’ claim that the All Blacks haka is overused and has lost its mana.

Hooper fit for Rugby Champs opener

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has been included in a 28-man Wallabies squad for Saturday’s match against the All Blacks in Sydney.

Boks set for big mental challenge

The Springboks will need to be mentally prepared for their Rugby Championship matches in Australia and New Zealand, writes JOHN PLUMTREE.

Hooper commits to Australian rugby

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has signed a new five-year contract with Rugby Australia.

Boks bank on Willie’s availability

The Springboks expect Willie le Roux to be available for all of their Rugby Championship games, but will manage his game time. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Rassie: I couldn’t ignore Cronjé

Bok coach Rassie Erasmus believes the time is right to have a closer look at Lions scrumhalf Ross Cronjé, writes CRAIG LEWIS.