Manie managing Bok heavies’ energy

Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok says an important part of his role is not overplaying the forwards. SIMON BORCHARDT reports. The 28-year-old came off the bench in the 18th minute of the Springboks’ match against the All Blacks in Wellington – replacing the concussed...

Kwagga: Los Pumas play hard rugby

Loose forward Kwagga Smith is expecting a fiery forward battle with Argentina in their crunch Rugby Championship clash in Durban on Saturday. The Kings Park Test is pivotal for the Boks, who know only a win will keep their title defence alive. Smith, who has built his...

Manie, Kwagga expect big Los Pumas challenge

Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok and loose forward Kwagga Smith are bracing for massive battles against Argentina at Kings Park in Durban on Saturday. The teams will meet again at Twickenham in London next Saturday in the closing match of the Rugby Championship – a...

Rassie: Boks won’t chase bonus point

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks want to secure victory against Argentina at Kings Park on Saturday before turning their attention to a bonus point. The Rugby Championship log is tight going into the final two rounds of the tournament. The Wallabies lead with 11...

Rassie laughs off latest Moaning Matt jibe

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has responded to the latest comments made by his fiercest critic, Matt Williams. The outspoken former Scotland coach has repeatedly slammed the Boks’ Bomb Squad tactic, branding it “against the spirit of the game” and “discriminatory...