Rassie must lock in Ellis Park heroes
SA Rugby needs to do everything in its power to ensure that these Springboks – including those based abroad – play together as much as possible in the lead-up to the 2019 World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Grounded Boks must learn to fly
The Springboks’ kicking and fielding of the high ball will need to be on point in the all-important series against England, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Bok squad boasts exciting balance
Rassie Erasmus has selected a Springbok squad that has the necessary experience and class to make a statement against Wales and England, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Saffas tour torture a Springbok concern
The South African teams’ shocking results in Australasia, Argentina, and even Asia over the past three years points to a problem beyond the physical, writes JON CARDINELLI.
SA Rugby’s regrettable call
South Africa’s six franchises could have been part of the Champions Cup extravaganza if not for a flawed decision to stick with Sanzaar in 2014, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Demolition derby a sight for sore eyes
Super Rugby may be dying but the north-south rivalry between the Bulls and Stormers is alive and well, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Split Bok squads or bust
The decision to field a second-string side against Wales and to cotton-wool the first-choice stars ahead of the first Test against England is the right one, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Stormers have failed to tackle key issue
The Stormers’ poor run under coach Robbie Fleck can be linked to a dire defensive record as well as a flawed overall approach, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Ambitious Lions, Bulls drive SA resurgence
The drive to dominate the collisions and then vary the point of attack has made the Lions and Bulls as dangerous as any New Zealand Super Rugby team, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Franchises can help boost Boks
South Africa’s top franchises and the Springboks must work together, writes JON CARDINELLI.
