After a 22-year battle for South African citizenship, DRC-born brothers Vincent and Emmanuel Tshituka have finally managed to switch nationality and are now eligible to play for the Springboks.
The Wallabies will be without three key players for the second Test due to physical ailments sustained in the brutal encounter against the Springboks on Saturday.
The Springboks have played five of their 13 matches in the 2024 Test season. Here’s a complete list of the results, success rate so far, remaining fixtures, opposition and venues.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi said the honest environment created by coach Rassie Erasmus and his willingness to try new things were key to their success after the Springboks thumped Australia in their Rugby Championship opener on Saturday.
By Jon Page Much was made of South Africa’s poor record against Australia in Brisbane, with just three victories previously. However, Rassie Erasmus’ Springboks dominated proceedings throughout at Suncorp Stadium,…
As the race for a spot in the Currie Cup semi-finals heats up, here’s what your team performed this weekend and what it needs to make it to the knockout phase of the competition.
By PAUL REES Australia.............................. 7pts Tries: Paisami 76 Conversions: Lynagh 77 South Africa .................... 33pts Tries: Kolisi 10, du Toit 24, Arendse 35, 64; Smith