The Citizen

‘Unbelievably talented’: Kriel excited to play against his Japanese club teammates

“It’s exciting, especially to play against a lot of familiar faces,” said Kriel. “I’ve been in Japan for close to seven years ...
The South African

Malcolm Marx passes Springbok legend in top try scorers list

Thanks to his two tries at Twickenham against Argentina, hooker Malcolm Marx extended his lead as the Springboks' leading FORWARD try scorer.

Springboks' Jesse Kriel keen to clash against 'familiar' opponents after years in Japan

South Africa back Jesse Kriel is looking forward to the Test against Japan at Wembley on Saturday, saying he will enjoy ...
Planet Rugby on MSN

When Rassie Erasmus will name the Springboks team to face France… and who to expect

Head coach Rassie Erasmus will show his hand early, naming his Springboks team to face France on Monday. It’s the first time that the two nations will face off since the 2023 Rugby World Cup ...
The Citizen

Springboks v Japan: Three veterans who need to impress at Wembley

Some Springbok veterans will want to impress with their places in the starting team under pressure from rising young talents.
Planet Rugby on MSN

Springboks team: Five takeaways as Rassie Erasmus keeps ‘everyone guessing’ while ‘throwing’ shock call-up into the deep end

Fortunately for Porthen, he is surrounded by vast experience in the starting front-row where he packs down alongside Malcolm ...
The South African

‘It’s like Cape Town’: Springbok fans take ‘Twickersfontein’

Springbok supporters living in the UK stormed Twickenham to watch South Africa defeat Argentina and win the Rugby ...
Kickoff

Praise for Kolbe's 'special' move to fullback

Former Blitzboks captain Jonathan Mokuena says the experiment of playing Cheslin Kolbe at fullback is vital for Springbok depth and he identifies the one key area the speedster must master in his new ...