Bok hopes hinge on Duane
The Springboks’ chances of an upset victory over the All Blacks depend on the fitness of Duane Vermeulen, writes JON CARDINELLI.
All Blacks did Boks a favour
The title-deciding result in La Plata has improved the Springboks’ chances of beating the All Blacks in the final game of the tournament, writes JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.
Tactical switch pays dividends
The Springboks only realised their attacking potential at Newlands when they played to their traditional strengths, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Mohoje must be handled with care
Starting Oupa Mohoje against Australia may do the player more harm than good, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Advantage Springboks
The result in Sydney was more important than the one in Pretoria in the context of the Springboks’ Rugby Championship title prospects, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Pollard selection a shrewd call
Heyneke Meyer’s decision to start Handré Pollard against Argentina will pay off in the short and long term, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Jake gambles on Reinach
A new halfback combination in Charl McLeod and Pat Lambie would have lent the Sharks some much-needed stability in the crunch semi-final in Christchurch, writes JON CARDINELLI.
