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De Allende comes of age for Boks

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Damian de Allende's selection in the Bok squad is a birthday present that comes at just the right time, says Ashfak Mohamed.

Pressure mounts on Welsh coaches

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

The pressure of winning one in 27 Tests against southern-hemisphere teams is getting to the Wales camp, says Ashfak Mohamed.

Bok coach rings changes for Wales Test

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Bok coach Heyneke Meyer made five changes to his starting line-up for the Test against Wales at the Millennium Stadium.

Amla to lead Proteas against Boks

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Hashim Amla will lead the Proteas against the Springboks in the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup at the Wanderers.

Jannie’s injury could be a blessing

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Heyneke Meyer should view Jannie du Plessis’ hamstring injury, which has again ruled him out of the Test against Wales, as a blessing in disguise.

Attack is a concern for Boks

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

The biggest concern for the Springboks on the November tour has been their lack of finishing ability.

Lancaster backs rookie flyhalf to shine

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

England head coach Stuart Lancaster confirmed George Ford will stay at flyhalf for the clash against Australia.

Bakkies retires a Bok great

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Bakkies Botha announced his retirement from international rugby after the Springboks’ hard-fought 22-6 victory over Italy.

Jean, Matfield to face Proteas

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Captain Jean de Villiers and vice-captain Victor Matfield have both been included in a star-studded Springbok T20 cricket team to face off against the Proteas.

Bok team shaping up nicely – Jean

1 decade ago by iol.co.za

Springbok captain Jean de Villiers says his team is “shaping nicely” despite a scratchy performance against Italy.