Scotland Loss Springboks

Why did Scotland loss to Springboks feel inevitable?

South Africa second row Eben Etzebeth said the 17-point win over Scotland flattered his side. So why did their win feel so inevitable?

Scotland lose intense scrap with dogged Springboks

World champions South Africa grind out a gutsy win over spirited Scotland at Murrayfield in the Autumn Nations Series

Springboks fail to win hearts with brutal brand of rugby facing Scotland

There will be no love lost between rivals in reruns of World Cup pool matches also including Wales against Fiji. A 50-point frolic against the Fiji second team this will not be. Scotland welcome ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

Rassie Erasmus: ‘Springboks aren’t the bad guys – but it’s always personal’

Admiration rather than adulation follows South Africa but their controversial coach is launching a charm offensive. South Africa are mounting a charm offensive this autumn. They have won the last ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Rassie Erasmus calls on doctor to deliver message: Springboks are ready

Despite having less time than England to prepare, South Africa hope Bomb Squad can give impression of strength. When Rassie Erasmus does something out of the ordinary it is usually for a reason, so ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

‘Salads don’t win scrums’: Ox Nché is icing on Springboks’ front-row cake

A World Cup winner in 2023, the loosehead is part of South Africa’s feared ‘Bomb Squad’ and a hero in his home country. Ox Nché is far from the finished article. By his own admission, the ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday