Person: Ricardo Loubscher

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Conditions may force Boks to revert to type

Temperatures in Johannesburg are expected to reach 26 degrees this week.

Tue, 04 Nov, 2014

‘Skrela’ not making JP tremble

Ask a Kiwi, Aussie or Springbok to talk about Ireland and the response is guaranteed to mention Brian O’Driscoll and/or that hoary old nod to passion. Beyond that, the well of platitudes tends to dry up.

Wed, 07 Nov, 2012

Boks hit by race row

A new race row threatens to overshadow the Springboks’ biggest game in four years after South African Rugby Union boss Mvuleli Ncula today voiced concerns that the side selected to take on the All Blacks is too white.

Fri, 07 Nov, 2003

Springboks make two changes

Springbok coach Rudolf Straeuli has made two changes to his starting XV for Saturday’s second Test against Scotland in Johannesburg.

Thu, 12 Jun, 2003

Straruli takes gamble on Russell

Springbok coach Rudolf Straeuli has taken a huge gamble by including exciting young utility back Brent Russell at full-back for the weekend’s second Test against Wales in Cape Town.

Thu, 13 Jun, 2002