SPRINGBOKS
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson expects Springboks to go back to basics
All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson says South Africa's unexpected loss to Australia won't alter New Zealand's preparation for their upcoming Rugby Championship clash, backing the Springboks to return to their trademark style.
Jesse Kriel takes charge as Boks hit by injuries
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has backed Jesse Kriel as the ideal man to lead the side following what he called an embarrassing defeat to Australia in the Rugby Championship opener at Ellis Park.
Double World Cup winner Makazole Mapimpi called up to Boks
Following the injury to Kurt-Lee Arendse, veteran Springbok winner Makazole Mapimpi has been drafted into the Springboks Rugby Championship squad.
Embarrassed Rassie Erasmus vows to find solution after Wallaby loss
Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus described the sombre team mood when they met on Monday morning following their loss to Australia in their Rugby Championship opener on Saturday.
Wallaby giant Will Skelton expecting "boklash" this Saturday
Veteran Australia lock Will Skelton is under no illusion as to the challenge that awaits them when they face a wounded Springbok outfit in Cape Town on Saturday.
Springboks face fresh injury hurdle with Kolisi, Arendse and Pieter-Steph ruled out
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus confirmed on Monday that Siya Kolisi was one of four players injured in Saturday's defeat to the Wallabies in Johannesburg.
