The front-rower has proved the doubters wrong
South Africa
Who is Frans Malherbe: Ten things you should know about the South Africa prop
Find out more about the World Cup-winning tighthead
Who is Makazole Mapimpi: Ten things you should know about the South Africa wing
Discover the Springbok’s remarkable story
Who is Ox Nché: Ten things you should know about the Springboks prop
From the degree he studied for to how he got his famous nickname
South Africa v Lions preview of first Test
What we've all been waiting for – the start of a momentous series
Who is Trevor Nyakane: Ten things you should know about the Springbok prop
Find out more about the front-rower, from his nickname to his gin business
Who is Kwagga Smith: Ten things you should know about the South Africa back-row
Get the lowdown on the sevens star turned Test No 8
Top Ten South Africa v Lions Tests
Tom English selects the best encounters between the Springboks and the British & Irish tourists throughout history
All three Lions Tests to be played in Cape Town
All three Lions Tests to be played in Cape Town
Who are the Springboks Bomb Squad?
Who are the Springboks Bomb Squad? On their way to triumph in Rugby World Cup 2019 in Japan, South Africa’s director or rugby Rassie Erasmus – then the head coach…