Le Roux is a losing concern
The loss against England at Twickenham made it clear that the Springboks have some big calls to make in 2022, writes Zelim Nel.
The loss against England at Twickenham made it clear that the Springboks have some big calls to make in 2022, writes Zelim Nel.
The Springboks will finish the year with a nearly two-point lead over the second-placed All Blacks in the World Rugby rankings.
Jacques Nienaber says the Springboks will come back stronger in 2022 after ending the year with a “spanner in the engine” following a one-point loss to England in the final Test of the year.
Highlights of England’s 27-26 win against the Springboks at Twickenham on Saturday.
Hear what Springbok captain Siya Kolisi had to say following Saturday’s disappointing defeat by England at Twickenham.
Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth put in another world-class shift while a mixed bag from Willie le Roux contributed to a disappointing reverse against England at Twickenham.
Springbok wing Makazole Mapimpi broke a try-scoring record previously held by Bok great Bryan Habana when he dotted down during Saturday’s defeat by England at Twickenham.
Marcus Smith kicked a 79th-minute penalty to give England a one-point win against the Springboks in a thrilling see-saw encounter at Twickenham on Saturday. Dylan Jack reports.
Follow the live action as the Springboks take on England at Twickenham.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says the team will take extra motivation from playing for Jannie du Plessis and his family when they take on England at Twickenham on Saturday.