All Blacks injury blow as Bok Test looms

All Blacks injury blow as Bok Test looms

The All Blacks have suffered a setback ahead of Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash against the Springboks at Eden Park. Winger Timoci Tavatavanawai has been ruled out for 12 weeks after breaking his arm. Tavatavanawai lasted just 20 minutes for Tasman against Otago...

History beckons for Boks in Auckland

The Springboks take on the All Blacks at Eden Park on Saturday for the first time since 2013, as they look to secure a first win at New Zealand rugby’s fortress since 1937, writes SIMON BORCHARDT. The Boks only two victories at the Auckland ground came more than eight...

Watch: When Bismarck smashed Carter

On Saturday, the Springboks will face the All Blacks in Auckland for the first time since 2013, when Bismarck du Plessis was controversially sent off after tackling Dan Carter. Photo: Sandra Mu/Getty Images The post Watch: When Bismarck smashed Carter appeared first...

Swys: Proud day for Bok Women

Coach Swys de Bruin and captain Nolusindiso Booi hailed the Springbok Women’s first-ever World Cup playoffs qualification after their historic win over Italy in York on Sunday. The 29-24 victory – their first in four attempts against the Italians – also lifts the Boks...
Bok Women make World Cup history

Bok Women make World Cup history

The Springbok Women qualified for the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time with a historic victory against Italy in York on Sunday. South Africa triumphed 29-24 in a thrilling Pool D clash that swung back and forth. The Boks made a fast start when No 8 Aseza...