Kirwan: Boks stronger in big moments

John Kirwan believes the Springboks are more likely to win the “critical moments” at Eden Park on Saturday than the All Blacks. The All Blacks are desperate to protect their 50-match unbeaten record at the Auckland fortress dating back to 1994, while the Boks are...
Griquas top Currie Cup after Boland slip

Griquas top Currie Cup after Boland slip

Griquas were the big winners in round six of the Currie Cup Premier Division, while the Lions, Sharks and Pumas also secured crucial victories. The Kimberley-based side stunned the Cheetahs 40-10 in Bloemfontein on Friday night, toppling the former log leaders with a...

Cape Town SVNS tickets go on sale

The world champion Blitzboks will defend their Cape Town SVNS title in December as the Mother City’s biggest party returns. The first 500 fans to purchase R350 tickets in the Party Stand – where fans traditionally come in their finest fancy dress – will receive a free...
Levy hints at WP reinforcements

Levy hints at WP reinforcements

A raft of injuries and a winless Currie Cup campaign with one game to go, could see some of the Stormers’ URC players released to help Western Province secure victory over the Boland Cavaliers on Saturday. Labeeb Levy’s side suffered a heavy 39-13 loss to the Pumas in...
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...