Nigel Owens says Boks vs All Blacks is rugby’s toughest test to ref
Accomplished Welsh referee Nigel Owens has said that when the Springboks come up against the All Blacks, it is the toughest game of rugby... Read more
Etzebeth Colossal: Rants and Raves
In my weekly rants and raves for Independent Media’s IOL, my focus is on Eben Etzebeth’s immediate and enormous impact in his 80 minute... Read more
Bok coach to show faith in Elton Jantjies
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus is refusing to give up on Elton Jantjies with the Lions flyhalf set to start against Argentina this weekend. Jantjies... Read more
Erasmus demands improved Springboks
Argentina gave up a half-time lead to lose to South Africa in Durban, but Rassie Erasmus knows his Springboks side must raise their game.
Springboks’ second-half revival punishes Pumas
Argentina threatened a shock in the first half in Durban on Saturday, but South Africa eventually hit their stride and cantered to victory.
Rugby Championship 2018: Team-by-team guide
A look at the four teams who will contest the Rugby Championship - New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and Argentina.
The Breakdown: A statistical look at round one of the Rugby Championship
We take a look at the stats behind the opening round of fixtures of the 2018 Rugby Championship, as Australia take on New Zealand.
Marx, Etzebeth bolster a strong Bok side
Rassie Erasmus has named a strong side to face Argentina as the Boks begin their Rugby Championship campaign this Saturday. The opening game marks... Read more
Rugby Championship 2018: The numbers behind New Zealand’s dominance
New Zealand have been the Southern Hemisphere's dominant force and will be looking to once again win the Rugby Championship.
Rugby Championship 2018: Reasons for optimism and concern for Australia
Michael Cheika's Australia head into the Rugby Championship out of form and they have cause for concern and optimism ahead of their opener.
Proudfoot happy with hooker depth
The return of star hooker Malcolm Marx for the Springboks’ Rugby Championship campaign has added a great boost of depth and quality to the... Read more
Etzebeth set for starting spot
Eben Etzebeth looks set to start against Argentina on Saturday, following a lengthy injury layoff. Coach Rassie Erasmus sent strong hints from the Boks’... Read more
Faf’s Rugby Championship could be limited due to club commitments
Incumbent Bok scrumhalf Faf De Klerk may not feature in all the Rugby Championship games, due to club limitations. De Klerk, playing for English... Read more
Willemse in line for Fullback spot
Damian Willemse, at just age 20 is already a definitive part of Rassie Erasmus’ plans in building toward the World Cup next year. But... Read more
Siya stays Springboks captain for Rugby Championship
Siya Kolisi, originally appointed captain for the three-Test series against England, will continue to lead the Springboks in the Rugby Championship. Springbok coach Rassie... Read more
Boks’ Brits defers retirement to chase World Cup place
Schalk Brits believes he could earn a place in South Africa's World Cup squad after putting his retirement on hold.
