ARTICLES RELATING TO TRI-NATIONS

'Old' Bok tactics still work

2011-09-02 18:43

Fourie du Preez has said that the conservative tactics that landed the 2007 World Cup for the Springboks will still be effective.

Boks have RWC shot - Jones

2011-08-29 18:58

Former Australian coach, Eddie Jones, believes the Boks can win the World Cup, despite them finishing last in the Tri-Nations.

History is on our side - Naas

2011-08-28 16:45

Former SA flyhalf Naas Botha says history shows that Australia's Tri-Nations win should count in the Boks and All Blacks' favour.

All Blacks' plan 'backfired'

2011-08-28 12:10

New Zealand coach Graham Henry has conceded that his ploy to rest players in the lead-up to the Tri-Nations decider had backfired.

All Blacks starting to panic?

2011-08-27 20:34

All Black coach Graham Henry has dismissed talks that his team could be on a slippery slide as they head into the World Cup.

Oz break 10-year hoodoo

2011-08-27 13:51

Australia have beaten New Zealand in their Tri-Nations encounter in Brisbane to end a 10-year title drought in the tournament.

Genia cleared for Brisbane

2011-08-26 08:01

Scrumhalf Will Genia has been cleared to play for the Wallabies in the Tri-Nations decider against New Zealand in Brisbane.

Henry gaffe goads Wallabies

2011-08-25 10:26

Graham Henry has given Australia added incentive before their Tri-Nations decider by asking if the Wallabies have ever won the title.

All Blacks back in full force

2011-08-24 16:33

New Zealand coach Graham Henry has named a near full-strength line-up for their Tri-Nations title decider against Australia.

Bismarck denies Smit rift

2011-08-23 15:37
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Bok hooker Bismarck du Plessis has backed John Smit as he defended his display of anger after being substituted against the All Blacks.

Genia expected to be fit

2011-08-23 10:11

Wallabies scrumhalf Will Genia is expected to play in the Tri-Nations decider against NZ despite needing six stitches in his head.

Ref warned over no-try blunder

2011-08-22 13:11
276 comments

Irish referee George Clancy faces a warning about his no-try blunder which cost the All Blacks a five-pointer in Port Elizabeth.

Bok eight 'monstered' ABs

2011-08-22 10:14
110 comments

The comeuppance for the All Black scrum against the Boks has commanded much of the post-mortem attention in the NZ media.

Henry: TMO made right call

2011-08-21 14:05

All Black coach Graham Henry is content with the decision made when a try by his team was disallowed after a television review.

O'Connor sorry for no-show

2011-08-21 12:55

Wallaby star James O'Connor has apologised for missing their RWC squad announcement and is willing to take punishment.

Boks: No time for sentiment

2011-08-19 14:13

SA has no room to celebrate a final home Test for two of its greatest players as the Springboks aim for victory over New Zealand.

Matfield has the Cardiff look

2011-08-19 11:29

The determined mood that Victor Matfield brought with him to the pre-match press conference might just be a good omen for the Boks.

Du Preez happy to 'help' refs

2011-08-19 07:32

Bok scrumhalf Fourie du Preez has become renowned for "helping" the referees spot infringements - and he's unlikely to stop.

Bok rehab camp 'was crucial'

2011-08-18 19:35

Bok scrumhalf Fourie du Preez is confident they will reap the rewards from their rehab camp where several players recuperated.

Skinstad: Bok loosies no worry

2011-08-18 09:02
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Former Springbok loose forward Bob Skinstad is impressed with the amount of depth the Boks possess amongst their loose forwards.

Kiwis face selection dilemma

2011-08-17 14:37

New Zealand face some difficult selection issues ahead of the Rugby World Cup with two key areas yet to be resolved.

Lambie the next Russell?

2011-08-16 22:19

Peter de Villiers has assured Patrick Lambie that there's no chance of him being shifted around in the Springbok backline on Saturday.

Six steps to beating All Blacks

2011-08-16 13:28

Gary Boshoff outlines his six steps the Boks need to adopt to beat the All Blacks in Saturday's Tri-Nations Test.

Why the Boks still need Smit

2011-08-16 13:25

Rob Houwing says John Smit will, indeed, add value to the World Cup campaign ... but only if all “prop” thoughts are firmly shelved.

Lambie to stake No 15 claim?

2011-08-16 08:56

With Frans Steyn ruled out of the clash against NZ, it seems Patrick Lambie might well get an opportunity to stake a claim at No 15.

 

NZ success depends on Carter

2011-08-30 09:22

The poor first half performance of the All Blacks on Saturday underlined the importance of Daniel Carter, writes Gary Boshoff.

NZ stunned at Cooper verdict

2011-08-29 11:09
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The All Blacks have expressed surprise that Quade Cooper escaped suspension for kneeing All Blacks captain Richie McCaw.

Blackface pic causes outcry

2011-08-28 13:00

Wallabies sponsor Qantas has apologised for posting a picture on its Twitter feed of two fans in black face paint and "afro" wigs.

Cooper charge dismissed

2011-08-28 09:24

A SANZAR Judicial Hearing held in Brisbane has dismissed a charge of foul play against Australian flyhalf Quade Cooper.

NZ: Wobble the world wanted

2011-08-27 15:59

On the eve of their home-staged World Cup, the All Blacks suddenly look just a little less like the supermen we thought they were.

SBW non-selection slammed

2011-08-27 09:09

Sonny Bill Williams' ally boxer Anthony Mundine has taken a swipe at NZ coach Graham Henry for omitting Williams from the squad.

NZ wary of motivated Elsom

2011-08-25 13:14

All Blacks flank Adam Thomson says his Wallabies opposite number Rocky Elsom could pose a renewed threat to NZ this weekend.

Oz out to end 10-year drought

2011-08-25 09:24

Australia head into this weekend's Tri-Nations decider bidding to end a 10-year title drought in the tournament.

School's 'out' for Wallabies

2011-08-24 12:15

Australia's Pat McCabe says the Wallabies have taken lessons from their drubbing by NZ in their Tri-Nations opener.

Boks stay third in rankings

2011-08-23 14:26

The Springboks have remained in third position in the latest IRB rankings, despite their Tri-Nations victory over the All Blacks.

Deans rings changes

2011-08-23 07:05

Australia coach Robbie Deans recalled his big guns for the Tri-Nations decider against New Zealand in Brisbane.

O'Connor cops one-Test ban

2011-08-22 10:23

Wallaby wing James O'Connor has been suspended for failing to appear at two official team functions.

Leave Smit at home - Ollie

2011-08-21 15:52
186 comments

Former Springbok prop Ollie le Roux says there should be no place for John Smit in the Boks' 22-man line-up ahead of the World Cup.

Kiwi coach praises Bok defence

2011-08-21 13:47

All Black coach Graham Henry has lauded the Springboks' defence after his side's 18-5 defeat in Port Elizabeth.

Div lauds 'No 1' pivot Steyn

2011-08-21 12:17

Springbok coach Peter de Villiers says Morné Steyn proved against the All Blacks that he is South Africa's No 1 flyhalf.

Boks must impose 'own style'

2011-08-19 13:15

SA must impose their style of play on New Zealand if they are to beat them in the Tri-Nations, captain Victor Matfield has said.

Springboks under pressure

2011-08-19 08:50

South Africa will be under pressure to show that their Rugby World Cup planning is on track when they meet New Zealand.

Dwindling faith in Boks?

2011-08-18 22:10
91 comments

Sport24 readers paint a mostly gloomy picture for the Springboks’ match against the All Blacks in Port Elizabeth.

Smith loss no reason to panic

2011-08-18 10:32

JJ Harmse believes the Springboks will overcome the Rugby World Cup blow of losing star flank Juan Smith.

All Blacks name strong team

2011-08-18 07:40

The All Blacks have named their team to face the Springboks in their Tri-Nations Test in Port Elizabeth.

SBW not the only threat - Jean

2011-08-17 07:30

Bok centre Jean de Villiers says they won't make the mistake of only focusing on Sonny Bill Williams in the All Blacks' midfield.

Rossouw: Yes, he's best at lock

2011-08-16 18:30

The Springbok brains trust may just have twigged at last: Danie Rossouw is a lock and John Smit a hooker.

Why the Boks still need Smit

2011-08-16 13:25

Rob Houwing says John Smit will, indeed, add value to the World Cup campaign ... but only if all “prop” thoughts are firmly shelved.

Five changes to Bok line-up

2011-08-16 12:41
183 comments

The Springboks have made five changes to the starting line-up for their Tri-Nations Test against New Zealand in Port Elizabeth.

Div running out of excuses

2011-08-16 08:56
111 comments

South Africa coach Peter de Villiers is running out of time and excuses with his team having lost the winning habit.

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