Rassie contract talks on hold

Negotiations over Rassie Erasmus’ long-term future with the Springboks have been paused until the conclusion of the November tour. The Bok boss’ current deal with SA Rugby runs through to the 2027 World Cup in Australia. According to Rapport, his lawyer, Frikkie...

Kolisi’s greatness built on rugby, not romance

Siya Kolisi’s 100th Test is a story of skill, endurance and evolution – not just inspiration, writes MARK KEOHANE. Writing for the Sunday Times, Keohane says Kolisi’s greatness goes far beyond the symbolism of his rise. “His 100th Test makes him the ninth Springbok...

Handré, Hooker back for Boks?

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus could recall Handre Pollard and Ethan Hooker for next Saturday’s Test against Italy in Turin. In the last five Tests, Erasmus has opted for Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu as his starting 10 with Manie Libbok deputising off the bench. The Bok...

Rassie salutes Boks’ sacrifice, smarts

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks’ 32-17 win over France in Paris was built on selfless decisions, calm thinking and sheer grit after Lood de Jager’s red card left them with 14 men for the entire second half. The world champions stunned Les Bleus at the Stade de...

Siya: Boks prepared for a red card

Captain Siya Kolisi says the Springboks were ready to deal with a red card at the Stade de France on Saturday night. The Boks were forced to play the entire second half with 14 men after lock Lood de Jager was permanently sent off, yet outscored Les Bleus 19-3 after...
Sacha: Boks made it special for ‘big Siya’

Sacha: Boks made it special for ‘big Siya’

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has hailed his Springbok teammates for making captain Siya Kolisi’s 100th Test a memorable one. The 23-year-old superstar put in a Man of the Match performance in South Africa’s 32-17 win over Les Bleus at the Stade de France on Saturday...