Kolisi returns from injury to lead Springboks in Wales World Cup warm-up
A fit-again Siya Kolisi will start for the Springboks when they tackle Wales in a Rugby World Cup warm-up match in Cardiff on Saturday.
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Bok scrum coach coy over Kolisi return in Cardiff: 'Doesn't mean you just go out and play 80 mins'
Springbok scrum coach Daan Human said team captain Siya Kolisi was very close to returning to playing action for the world champions, but he was coy over whether he would feature in Saturday's Test against Wales in Cardiff.
Nienaber defends 4 Bok scrumhalves decision: Handre's fit, but not enough to win a Test
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber defended the decision to pick four scrumhalves in his World Cup 33, saying it allows him to have a selection and versatility cushion in the event of injuries while main flyhalf Handre Pollard gets back to full fitness.
Boks get rousing airport farewell as daunting World Cup defence awaits
Amid much fanfare, the Springboks departed for their World Cup defence on Saturday after a rousing and entertaining send-off at the OR Tambo International Airport.
Experience could be World Cup-winning asset for Springboks, says Kolisi
JOHANNESBURG : Experience could be a key asset for South Africa when they defend their World Cup title in France next month with a squad full of players who have taken part in previous tournaments, captain Siya Kolisi said on Saturday.
Nienaber clears air on Bok squad conspiracies: 'The whole 33 will go and come back'
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber cleared the air regarding any swirling conspiracies about the composition of his squad, saying his entire 33-man World Cup squad is in more than fine fettle to put their best foot forward for next month's tournament.
'I'll miss the long voice notes': Jaden Hendrikse on rugby without his dad
When it comes to sifting through the winners and losers in the aftermath of the Springboks' Rugby World Cup squad announcement, scrumhalf Jaden Hendrikse has all but won the lotto.
South Africa's Kolisi reveals sadness over injured trio ahead of World Cup
JOHANNESBURG : South Africa captain Siya Kolisi was almost lost for words as he consoled the trio of senior Springboks who look likely to miss the Rugby World Cup in France having been left out of the 33-player squad announced by coach Jacques Nienaber on Tuesday.