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Latest Springboks News

  1. Toulon boast of Habana coup

    15 Dec 2012

    French reports are that Bryan Habana will see out his club career with Toulon. Read more

  2. Saru confirms Bok schedule to 2015

    7 Dec 2012

    Saru has confirmed the Springboks’ home fixtures up to the 2015 World Cup and that it will be taking over the running of Test matches in South Africa. Read more

  3. Boks draw Samoa, Scots

    3 Dec 2012

    The Springboks will play Samoa and Scotland in Pool B of the 2015 World Cup. Read more

  4. The 2012 keo.co.za awards

    3 Dec 2012

    JON CARDINELLI and RYAN VREDE rate the real winners and losers of the 2012 season. Read more

  5. Potent Bryan scoops top prize

    30 Nov 2012

    Bryan Habana’s score against New Zealand in Dunedin has been recognised as the International Rugby Players’ Association’s Try of the Year. Read more

  6. Meyer: 2012 a qualified success

    27 Nov 2012

    Heyneke Meyer says that the season was a success given that the injury-hit Springboks conceded just three losses. Read more

  7. Bulls: Steyn’s staying

    27 Nov 2012

    The Bulls have dismissed talk of Morne Steyn being linked to French club Stade Francais, saying he’s contracted until the end of 2013. Read more

  8. Bok game plan needs more balance

    26 Nov 2012

    MARK KEOHANE, in his weekly Business Day newspaper column, says the Springboks have no attack and that has to be the focus next year if they are to take on a New Zealand side playing at a pace never seen before. Read more

  9. Jean to retain Bok captaincy

    26 Nov 2012

    Heyneke Meyer wants Jean de Villiers to continue as Springbok captain in 2013. Read more

  10. More right than wrong with Boks

    26 Nov 2012

    RYAN VREDE, in London, writes Heyneke Meyer emerged from his first season in charge with many issues still needing resolution but others comprehensively solved. Read more

  11. Plenty for Meyer to ponder

    26 Nov 2012

    JON CARDINELLI writes that while the Springboks made significant strides as a defensive unit in Europe, their attacking and kicking execution was well below standard. Read more

  12. Brave Boks edge Twickenham epic

    24 Nov 2012

    RYAN VREDE watched the Springboks hold on for a 16-15 victory over England at Twickenham that secured an unbeaten tour. Read more

  13. Halfback horror hampers Boks

    24 Nov 2012

    JON CARDINELLI writes the poor execution of the kicking game as well as indecision with ball in hand contributed to another disappointing Springbok attacking performance. Read more

  14. Meyer believes bright future ahead

    24 Nov 2012

    Heyneke Meyer says the value of the narrow wins on their European tour will be evident in the years ahead. Read more

  15. Lancaster dodges penalty questions

    24 Nov 2012

    England coach Stuart Lancaster refused answer for the decision to go for a penalty instead of an attacking lineout when they were a point behind late in the Test against the Springboks. Read more

  16. England 15 Springboks 16

    24 Nov 2012

    GARETH DUNCAN brought you live commentary from the Test in London. Read more

  17. Gulf between Boks and Blacks

    24 Nov 2012

    RYAN VREDE, in London, reports Jean de Villiers feels there is a significant difference in class between the All Blacks and his Springboks and that will take some bridging. Read more

  18. Preview: England vs Springboks

    23 Nov 2012

    RYAN VREDE, in London, analyses the key match-ups and picks the winner of the Test at Twickenham. Read more

  19. Hougaard yearns for scrumhalf return

    22 Nov 2012

    Francois Hougaard says he is better suited to scrumhalf than wing and admits to feeling like he is stalling Lwazi Mvovo’s Test career. Read more

  20. Pietersen boost for Boks

    21 Nov 2012

    JP Pietersen has been named to start for the Springboks despite having to undergo a late fitness test, while Elton Jantjies has been included on the bench. Read more