Boks' tall timber key to series victory
1 decade ago by Rugby 365INTERVIEW: Johann van Graan believes the Springboks have the personnel to dominate Ireland in the line-outs during the three-Test series. Warren Fortune reports.
South African forwards plotting a bruising tour for Ireland
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentWith a new head coach, captain and nine uncapped players in their squad, the upcoming Test series against Ireland signals the dawning of a new era for South African rugby, so settling old scores is a not...
How will Ireland cope without Johnny Sexton?
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldThere was a shudder in Ireland when it was disclosed that he'd miss the tour to South Africa such is his influence on Joe Schmidt's team, so can they cope without him?Class act: Johnny Sexton will be a...
Dave Lewis backs Exeter Chiefs to become even stronger next...
1 decade ago by Exeter Express & EchoScrum-half Dave Lewis has backed Exeter Chiefs to become even stronger in the 2016/17 season.The Chiefs had the most successful Premiership campaign in their history last season, reaching the Premiership...
England Saxons & South Africa ‘A’ teams announced
1 decade ago by The Rugby BlogEngland Saxons and South Africa 'A' have announced their line-ups for the first game of their two test series
England Saxons name starting line-up for first South Africa Test
1 decade ago by Premiership RugbyThe England Saxons have named their match-day 23 to face South Africa 'A' ahead of the first game in Bloemfontein on Friday 10 June.
Ireland’s Dillane relishing Etzebeth scrap
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaIt’s not always a great idea to rile up the likes of Eben Etzebeth ahead of a match, but Ireland lock Ultan Dillane says the visitors will have “no fear” when they take on the Springboks...
Ireland’s Dillane relishing Etzebeth scrap
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaIt’s not always a great idea to rile up the likes of Eben Etzebeth ahead of a match, but Ireland lock Ultan Dillane says the visitors will have “no fear” when they take on the Springboks...
Ackermann's A-Team loads up on Boks
1 decade ago by Rugby 365TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: South Africa A coach Johan Ackermann included four forwards with Test experience in his starting team for Friday's match against the England Saxons in Bloemfontein.
Matt Kvesic starts for England Saxons in tour opener against...
1 decade ago by Gloucestershire EchoGloucester's Matt Kvesic will start in the seven shirt as England Saxons face South Africa A in Bloemfontein on Friday. The starting 15 features a wealth of senior England experience, with a total of 60...
