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Watch VideoWhy Bulls' Jake White fears short-term Japanese contracts could drain SA rugby talent

Discover why Japan is becoming the go-to destination for South Africa's top rugby talent, as lucrative contracts and appealing lifestyles draw players away from local franchises.

Sport Rugby
John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: The Kurt-Lee Arendse story, from the butchery to Springbok star and the influence of Chester Williams

Springbok Kurt-Lee Arendse revealed how he went from working in a butchery for extra money, to Springboks star and the influence of the legendary Chester Williams had on his career.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoHow the late Chester Williams put Kurt-Lee Arendse on a path from the butchery to the Springboks

Arendse’s path to rugby stardom wasn’t the smooth road that most of his peers in the current World Cup-winning Springboks squad enjoyed. His journey doesn’t include Model C or private schooling, with infrastructure geared towards shaping raw talent into fierce competitors.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

It’s about ‘staying connected’ for Kurt-Lee at Bulls

Kurt-Lee Arendse will be one of the key Springbok figures on the November tour of the UK before joining his Japanese club, but he first wants to finish strongly at the Bulls before that.

The Star Sport
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Bulls overpower Ulster in demolition job in United Rugby Championship

Though the Bulls conceded a couple late tries in the encounter, they were dominant throughout the clash with the result never looking in doubt once the home side got going against Ulster in their Rugby Championship clash.

Sport Rugby URC
Michael Sherman|Published

Moodie at centre as Jake loads Bulls with Boks

Bulls coach Jake White didn’t hold back yesterday as he included every Springbok from the Rugby Championship squad to face Ulster at Loftus Versfeld today.

Saturday Star Sport
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Open letter to Springboks’ Manie Libbok: Ignore the haters, you are right where you belong!

You, Manie Libbok, are one of the most naturally talented footballers this country has ever seen in a Springbok jersey. Don’t ever forget that.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Kurt-Lee Arendse: It’s really special playing with Cheslin Kolbe for the Springboks

Fixing their errors and taking the challenge by the horns is how South Africa plan on stopping Argentina to win the Rugby Championship this weekend.

Cape Argus Sport
Leighton Koopman|Published

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is the future of the Springboks, but don’t write off Manie Libbok just yet

It’s been a case of “out of sight, out of mind” for the Springboks’ Manie Libbok this year, but the flyhalf still has a lot to offer South African rugby, writes John Goliath.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Canan Moodie happy to be back with the Springboks despite demands for tickets

Paarl-born Springboks flyer Canan Moodie will for the first time play a Test match in the Cape in front of his family and friends.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Springboks, All Blacks ring the changes as another titanic Rugby Championship clash looms

The Springboks will take a giant step towards winning the Rugby Championship if they can secure a fourth successive win against the All Blacks.

Sport Rugby Rugby Championship
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Cheslin Kolbe hopes Springboks can win over more All Blacks fans with victory in Cape Town

Cheslin Kolbe hopes the world champions’ performances and back-to-back Rugby World Cup wins have converted a few All Blacks supporters in Cape Town into Springboks fans.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Siya Kolisi trains with Springboks while Lukhanyo Am could return for All Blacks Test

In the 15 minutes that the media were allowed on the pitch, Springboks captain Siya Kolisi was seen having a conversation with Handre Pollard and Jesse Kriel in the middle of the pitch.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Springboks suffer Siya Kolisi, Kurt-Lee Arendse blows as Rassie Erasmus looks to tinker again

Siya Kolisi’s face looked badly swollen after Saturday’s gripping encounter against the All Blacks, with Rassie Erasmus suggesting that his skipper may have facial fracture.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published