Rugby
Rugby
Rugby
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Erasmus feels the heat as must-win match approaches
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus admits nerves and takes responsibility for Ellis Park defeat ahead of must-win second Test against All Blacks in Cape Town.
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All Blacks come back to break brave Lions hearts
All Blacks score 24 unanswered points to overturn 35-17 deficit and beat brave Lions 41-35 in breathless Ellis Park thriller on Tuesday night.
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Support speed crucial for Lions’ to counter All Blacks
Former Springbok Jaque Fourie analyses All Blacks’ 33-16 victory over Springboks, revealing how deeper play and rip technique unlocked SA rush defence.
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Talent everywhere as Springbok team comes from Upington to Bishops
18 schools, 8 provinces: Springbok matchday 23 reveals remarkable diversity from small-town Upington to traditional powerhouses like Paarl Gim and Grey College.
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Pretoria Noord roar into Bowl after historic title triumph
Black Lions of Pretoria Noord claim first title since 1943 with 46-26 victory over Standerton as they join Wonderboom in promotion to Bowl division.
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Pollard back as Boks hunt Cape Town redemption
Handre Pollard starts at flyhalf and Pieter-Steph du Toit reaches 100 Test caps as Springboks make changes for All Blacks second Test in Cape Town.
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All Blacks’ tactics that unlocked vaunted Boks defence
Tactical breakdown: Ben Herring reveals how All Blacks exploited Springbok defensive line speed with change of direction plays.
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Lions load up as Springbok duo released for All Blacks showdown
Lions bolstered by Springbok duo Quan Horn and Boan Venter as Rassie Erasmus releases reinforcements for All Blacks Greatest Rivalry clash at Ellis Park.
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Rennie rings changes as Mo’unga earns first tour start
Injury replacement Mo’unga gets first tour start at flyhalf whilst Beauden Barrett shifts to fullback in rotated All Blacks XV.
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Twelve man Boland fall short as Cheetahs seal semi final spot
Faf de Klerk masterclass sends Cheetahs through whilst Boland’s brave fightback from 12 men falls short in playoff race thriller.
