Matfield relishes clash with Botha

Victor Matfield says Bakkies Botha will hold nothing back when the two Springbok legends clash at Newlands on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Kriel’s chance to shine

The Springbok pack will lay the platform for an inexperienced backline to fire in the match against the World XV at Newlands on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

‘Jesse can be SA’s best 13’

Heyneke Meyer says the electric Jesse Kriel will have a couple of games to prove his worth at No 13 in the buildup to the World Cup. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Alberts in race against time

The Springboks’ loose forward situation has been complicated by Willem Alberts’ injury situation, which is more serious than first thought. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Kriel set to start at 13

Jesse Kriel is likely to start at outside centre and Warren Whiteley at No 8 when the Springboks tackle the World XV at Newlands. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Bok backs aim to soar

Assistant coach Ricardo Loubscher says the Boks need to improve their kick, chase and aerial game in the lead-up to the World Cup. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Burger is next best No 8

Duane Vermeulen’s injury should force Heyneke Meyer to give Schalk Burger an extended run at No 8 over the next five games, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Duane out for 10 weeks

Duane Vermeulen won’t be back for the Springboks until their opening World Cup match against Japan. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Vermeulen set for surgery

Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen will undergo neck surgery on Wednesday in an attempt to improve his chances of playing at the 2015 World Cup.

Player management a priority

The Springboks need to focus on player management rather than results in the five matches leading up to the World Cup. JON CARDINELLI reports.