Ireland’s Dillane relishing Etzebeth scrap
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaIt’s not always a great idea to rile up the likes of Eben Etzebeth ahead of a match, but Ireland lock Ultan Dillane says the visitors will have “no fear” when they take on the Springboks...
Vermeulen excited to be back for Boks
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaBecause of his unbelievable ability as a rugby player and a leader, Duane Vermeulen will always be in the mix as far as the Boks are concerned.
Ireland urged to seize chances against Boks
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaLate call-up Craig Gilroy says Ireland must seize any opportunities that come their way in the three-match series against the Springboks as they seek a first ever Test victory in South Africa.
Fresh start for Van Graan, Boks
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaBok assistant coach Johann van Graan is looking forward to a new era for Springbok rugby ahead of the Test series against Ireland.
Junior Boks survive Japan fright
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaIt had all the makings of a repeat of last year’s Rugby World Cup shock, and the nightmare felt real for the Junior Springboks.
Ireland need to lay down marker
1 decade ago by Cape Argus - StormersVictory over a southern hemisphere powerhouse away from home is a breakthrough Ireland must achieve, forwards coach Simon Easterby said.
Strauss settling into Bok captaincy role
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaNew Springbok captain Adriaan Strauss quickly shook off a nervous start and showed his polite side at a packed press conference.
Time to make the Boks great again!
1 decade ago by Cape Argus - StormersJacques van der Westhuyzen says new Bok coach Allister Coetzee must show South Africa and the world his team are to be taken seriously.
Mapoe, Faf set for Bok starts
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaTest starting debuts await Lions pair Lionel Mapoe and Faf de Klerk, but Springbok coach Allister Coetzee is set to largely opt for experience in his first match-23 for Saturday’s first Test against...
England must win Brisbane Test - Jones
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaEngland must win their first match against Australia in Brisbane on Saturday, head coach Eddie Jones said, stressing the importance of striking an early blow in the three-Test series.
