Jannie’s injury could be a blessing
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaHeyneke Meyer should view Jannie du Plessis’ hamstring injury, which has again ruled him out of the Test against Wales, as a blessing in disguise.
Attack is a concern for Boks
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaThe biggest concern for the Springboks on the November tour has been their lack of finishing ability.
Lancaster backs rookie flyhalf to shine
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaEngland head coach Stuart Lancaster confirmed George Ford will stay at flyhalf for the clash against Australia.
Bakkies retires a Bok great
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaBakkies Botha announced his retirement from international rugby after the Springboks’ hard-fought 22-6 victory over Italy.
Jean, Matfield to face Proteas
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaCaptain Jean de Villiers and vice-captain Victor Matfield have both been included in a star-studded Springbok T20 cricket team to face off against the Proteas.
Bok team shaping up nicely – Jean
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaSpringbok captain Jean de Villiers says his team is “shaping nicely” despite a scratchy performance against Italy.
Beale promises to learn from mistakes
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaTroubled Wallaby Kurtley Beale says his redemption mission is still a work in progress, promising to learn from past mistakes and become a better player and person.
Meyer unfazed by scrappy win
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaBok coach Heyneke Meyer has drawn positives from his squad’s scrappy win over Italy on Saturday.
Bakkies calls it a day
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaSpringbok lock and Rugby World Cup winner Bakkies Botha has announced his retirement from international rugby.
Scrappy Boks beat Italy
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaThe Springboksa claimed a record 12th straight win over Italy, with a performance that left much to be desired.
