SOUTH AFRICA

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'We never stopped fighting' - Bok Women celebrate historic RWC quarter-final berth

Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin could barely contain his joy after their historic 29-24 victory over Italy, a win that secured South Africa's first-ever place in the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals.

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Double World Cup winner Faf de Klerk joins Boks in New Zealand

Experienced scrumhalf Faf de Klerk will join the Springboks in New Zealand for the second leg of their Rugby Championship campaign against the All Blacks.

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Assistant coach Jerry Flannery backs Boks to break Eden Park hoodoo

Springbok assistant coach Jerry Flannery is aware that the World Champions have to be at their best if they are to defeat the All Blacks at Eden Park on Saturday.

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Bok injury crisis depowering Bomb Squad, says Schalk Burger

Former Springbok Schalk Burger says the plethora of injuries in the Springbok back row has depowered the Bomb Squad and put pressure on the starters.

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Former Bok coach hails role of double World Cup winner Handre Pollard

Former Springbok coach Nick Mallett described how Handre Pollard guided the Boks to their most recent victory, but it's the blend with the other flyhalves that is key.

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Eddie Jones: Cheslin Kolbe's athleticism key to Springboks' win over Wallabies

Eddie Jones has singled out Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe for praise, highlighting the winger's ongoing display of world-class skill at the top level.