One day former Springbok Joe van Niekerk’s search for a new life took him to the jungle of Costa Rica. It wasn’t like the 52-cap back-row and former Toulon captain…
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Five Of The Best England v South Africa Matches
A storied rivalry, we take a look at five of the best matches between the English and Springboks.
Flashback: The 2007 Rugby World Cup Final
Remember the last time England and South Africa met in a World Cup final? Jacob Whitehead recaps events from 12 years ago
Siya Kolisi’s journey from township to Test star
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi had a tough upbringing but wants to inspire others to succeed
2019 Rugby World Cup Semi-final: Wales 16-19 South Africa
The Springboks narrowly see off Wales to reach the World Cup final, where they will play England
Jacques Nienaber’s journey from physio to Springboks defensive mastermind
Jacques Nienaber’s journey from physio to Springboks defensive mastermind Sitting at the back of the press conference, Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus idly scrolls through his phone while questions are…
Handré Pollard wore the wrong jersey in Rugby World Cup quarter-final
Handré Pollard wore the wrong jersey in Rugby World Cup quarter-final Some eagle-eyed Springboks fans noticed that fly-half Handré Pollard was wearing a slightly different shirt to his team-mates, as…
Should Tendai Mtawarira tip tackle have resulted in red card?
Should Tendai Mtawarira tip tackle have resulted in red card? Eight years ago, Sam Warburton was sent off for a tip tackle on Vincent Clerc in Wales’ World Cup semi-final…
Springboks conduct internal probe as Eben Etzebeth faces legal proceedings
The South Africa second-row has been accused of physical and racial abuse
Rugby’s Greatest: Os du Randt
Introducing the South African loosehead prop, who has made one of our ten positional spots for the greatest players