Ox boost for Boks
The Springboks have breathed a sigh of relief over Ox Nche, as the world champions hinted at using the wider squad in their final Test of the year against Wales in Cardiff.
Boks welcome lock boost
The Springboks are delighted to have two World Cup winners back in the engine room as the two-time defending world champions embark on their November tour.
Boks brace for predatory Pumas
Deon Davids and Kwagga Smith have emphasised the speed and strength of Los Pumas as the Springboks steel themselves for a blockbuster clash in Argentina on Saturday.
New-look Boks eager to reignite in Bloem
The Springboks are targeting a return to their high standards when a new-look team tackles Portugal in the first-ever Test between the nations in Bloemfontein.
Boks primed for ‘massive’ title battle
Assistant Deon Davids anticipates an epic showdown between the Springboks and the All Blacks in the World Cup final on Saturday, noting the rich history between the teams.
Boks wary of ‘exceptional’ Sexton
Rassie Erasmus and Deon Davids have cautioned the Springboks against writing off the threat posed by veteran Ireland flyhalf Johnny Sexton when the teams clash on Saturday.
Boks hold no fear for Scottish Saffas
Assistant coach Deon Davids is not fazed by the prospect of the Springboks tackling a few South African players in the World Cup opener against Scotland on Sunday.
Boks braced for ‘hard grind’ against Pumas
The Springboks know that history will count for little when they play their final home game of the year against Argentina in Johannesburg, where Los Pumas have yet to win.
Next Bok coach: Nienaber out, who comes in?
SA Rugby’s announcement that Jacques Nienaber will be stepping down as head coach of the Springboks has opened up the conversation about the options to replace him, and possibly Rassie Erasmus.
Boks in it to win it against Italy
Despite coming off back-to-back defeats to Ireland and France, the Springboks are happy with their progress on tour going into their final two games against Italy and England.
