Now is Evan Roos’ time to shine . . . Why Springbok fans should be excited for Ireland clash
IOL Sport’s Wynona Louw looks at three reasons why Springbok fans should be excited about this weekend’s blockbuster clash against Ireland in Dublin.
Blitzboks out to break Hong Kong Sevens duck in World Series opener
Veteran Branco du Preez says the Blitzboks are aiming to break their duck in Hong Kong during this weekend’s 2022-23 World Series opener.
Stormers make eight changes for Lions URC clash
The Stormers will have a much-changed look for their United Rugby Championship clash with the Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday.
Three Stormers’ weaknesses the Lions can exploit in their URC clash
IOL Sport’s Wynona Louw looks at three weaknesses the Lions can exploit when the two teams meet in the United Rugby Championship this weekend.
Fab five find their place in Blitzboks juggernaut
The Hong Kong Sevens is back on the Series calendar in the unusual position as season-opener (as opposed to Dubai), where the new Blitzbok head coach, Sandile Ngcobo, and his assistant Philip Snyman will be making their debuts.
Springbok hopeful aiming to sway it for the Stormers against Lions
Dan du Plessis said he doesn't need to prove anything when he comes face to face with the Lions midfield.
Players we should be excited to see in the green and gold for Springboks or SA ‘A’
IOL Sport’s Wynona Louw looks at four players we should be excited to see in the green and gold when the Springboks and SA ‘A’ go on tour to Europe.
Springboks hope All Black warm-up match will be ‘final building block’ before Rugby World Cup
The Springboks are set to face their long time rivals, the All Blacks, two weeks ahead of the next year’s Rugby World Cup.
It’s not the end of the world, says John Dobson after Stormers’ loss to Cardiff
Stormers coach John Dobson was keen to focus on the positives from their overseas tour after they were beaten by Cardiff on Saturday.
Amateur Springbok women were out of their depth at World Cup, says coach
Springbok women’s coach Stanley Raubenheimer applauded his players for their efforts at the World Cup, but admitted they were out of their depth against professional teams.
Springbok training camp will be ‘invaluable experience’ for Manie Libbok, Sacha Mngomezulu
Stormers stars Manie Libbok, Evan Roos and Sacha Mngomezulu will join the Springbok training camp in Stellenbosch on their return from Wales.
Cardiff beat Stormers to end Cape side’s 15-game unbeaten run
The Stormers suffered their first United Rugby Championship loss in 15 games when they went down to Cardiff in the Welsh capital on Saturday.
Springbok Women wants to ‘leave everything on the field’ against England
While the Springbok Women will be hunting their first win at the World Cup, England have won both their encounters so far and are on a 28-Test winning streak.
Frans Malherbe’s presence this week has lifted us, says Stormers’ John Dobson
Frans Malherbe will form an all-Springbok front row alongside Steven Kitshoff and Joseph Dweba when the Stormers face Cardiff on Saturday.
Springbok women make wholesale changes for Rugby World Cup clash against England
Springbok Women coach Stanley Raubenheimer has rung in the changes for Sunday’s Rugby World Cup clash against England in Auckland.
Three reasons why the Stormers should win Saturday’s URC clash against Cardiff
IOL Sport’s Wynona Louw gives three reasons why the Stormers should win their United Rugby Championship game against Cardiff this Saturday.
Stormers are right to be satisfied with their form in Europe despite Ospreys draw
The reigning United Rugby Championship kings Stormers have a right to be satisfied with their form on tour in Europe despite dropping points against Ospreys, writes IOL Sport’s Wynona Louw.
Springbok women hurting after narrow loss to Fiji, but now focussing on England
The Springboks’ Libbie Janse van Rensburg admitted that they were hurting after their late loss to Fiji at the World Cup, but they were now turning their attention to their upcoming clash against England.
Drop or no drop . . . Mannie Libbok’s a ‘special’ one for Stormers’ John Dobson
Mannie Libbok slotted a conversion and three penalties for a flawless night off the tee. And, while he missed a drop goal late in the game, his all-round game was also impressive.
Stormers let it slip as Ospreys secure draw against URC champions
Scott Baldwin scored a late try as Ospreys secured a draw from their United Rugby Championship clash against the reigning champions Stormers on Friday.
Sacha Mngomezulu is staying put, says Stormers coach John Dobson
Stormers coach John Dobson says youngster Sacha Mngomezulu is staying with the franchise after reports claimed Eddie Jones was trying to lure him to England.
Leolin Zas starts as Stormers make seven changes for clash against Ospreys
Leolin Zas will make his return to the Stormers starting line-up for their United Rugby Championship meeting with Ospreys in Swansea on Friday.
The future of the Stormers’ No 10 jersey is in good hands with Sacha Mngomezulu
Stormers coach John Dobson has been full of praises for young flyhalf Sacha Mngomezulu, who has been impressing in the United Rugby Championship.
I want to dominate my opponent, says Springbok women’s prop Sanelisiwe Charlie
Sanelisiwe Charlie certainly had ambitions of playing for the Springbok women, but she did not see herself being part of the World Cup squad due to more experienced players who were already in the national set-up.
Stormers coach John Dobson sings Sacha Mngomezulu praises
The 20-year-old Sacha Mngomezulu started at inside centre and scored 22 points as he was handed the kicking duties in his first start of the season, despite both Manie Libbok and Damian Willemse in the run-on side.