Junior Boks survive Japan fright
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaIt had all the makings of a repeat of last year’s Rugby World Cup shock, and the nightmare felt real for the Junior Springboks.
Ireland need to lay down marker
1 decade ago by Cape Argus - StormersVictory over a southern hemisphere powerhouse away from home is a breakthrough Ireland must achieve, forwards coach Simon Easterby said.
Strauss settling into Bok captaincy role
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaNew Springbok captain Adriaan Strauss quickly shook off a nervous start and showed his polite side at a packed press conference.
Time to make the Boks great again!
1 decade ago by Cape Argus - StormersJacques van der Westhuyzen says new Bok coach Allister Coetzee must show South Africa and the world his team are to be taken seriously.
Mapoe, Faf set for Bok starts
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaTest starting debuts await Lions pair Lionel Mapoe and Faf de Klerk, but Springbok coach Allister Coetzee is set to largely opt for experience in his first match-23 for Saturday’s first Test against...
England must win Brisbane Test - Jones
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaEngland must win their first match against Australia in Brisbane on Saturday, head coach Eddie Jones said, stressing the importance of striking an early blow in the three-Test series.
The day the Boks came to Belhar
1 decade ago by Cape Argus - StormersAn estimated 3 000 fans gave the Springboks a thunderous welcome to Belhar, where they held a practice session as part of the #LoveRugby campaign.
SA U20 captain Ward to emulate Serfontein
1 decade ago by Cape Argus - StormersJeremy Ward is excited to follow in the footsteps of his idol Jan Serfontein by playing a starring role at the World Under-20 Championship in England.
Middle finger problem for Elton
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaUsing your middle finger is seen as an insult in society, but now Elton Jantjies’ ability to use his has become a matter of national importance.
Playing for the Boks is the ultimate - Louw
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaFrancois Louw believes overseas-based players such as himself can still make a big contribution in the Springbok jersey.
