by HolAdmin | Aug 22, 2026 | African Golf News
All Blacks skipper Ardie Savea is champing at the bit to lock eyes with the Springbok “warriors” in an epic Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry spectacle at Ellis Park on Saturday. Addressing the media in Johannesburg on Friday, the 32-year-old said he was relishing his return...
by HolAdmin | Aug 21, 2026 | African Golf News
Ex-All Blacks star Andrew Mehrtens has warned New Zealand face a “mountain to climb” against the Springboks on Saturday, with the match intensity set to top a World Cup final. Mehrtens, who won 70 Test caps and scored 967 points between 1995 and 2004, was speaking on...
by HolAdmin | Aug 21, 2026 | African Golf News
New Zealand Herald rugby writer Gregor Paul says Rassie Erasmus’ “dubious behaviour” could turn the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series “toxic”. Paul argues that the Springbok coach’s approach during the build-up to Saturday’s first Test at Ellis Park suggests he is...
by HolAdmin | Aug 21, 2026 | African Golf News
Former Sharks coach John Plumtree has identified an area where the Springboks could exploit an All Blacks side that has impressed him on attack. Speaking on the PlayZN TMO podcast, Plumtree praised New Zealand’s ability to create opportunities during their three tour...
by HolAdmin | Aug 21, 2026 | African Golf News
Former Springbok flyhalf Joel Stransky believes the All Blacks have played a defining role in shaping South African rugby, and says that history is what makes the rivalry so special. Stransky, who famously kicked the drop goal that secured the Springboks’ 1995 World...
