Latest Springboks News
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Jean to retain Bok captaincy
26 Nov 2012
Heyneke Meyer wants Jean de Villiers to continue as Springbok captain in 2013. Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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England 15 Springboks 16
24 Nov 2012
GARETH DUNCAN brought you live commentary from the Test in London. Read more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Greater freedom for flyhalf Lambie
21 Nov 2012
RYAN VREDE, in London, reports Heyneke Meyer has given Pat Lambie the directive to stand flatter and attack more with ball in hand in a bid to get the best out of him. Read more
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Du Plessis calls for major mettle
21 Nov 2012
Jannie du Plessis acknowledged fatigue has gripped the squad after the longest season in history but refused to accept that it would debilitate the Springboks’ forwards. Read more
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Etzebeth off the hook
21 Nov 2012
Eben Etzebeth has been found not guilty of eye gouging and is free to play against England on Saturday. Read more
