Lions have learned the hard way that defence is a matter of pride for Springboks
Damien de Allende, Jean de Villiers and Brian O’Driscoll on the green wall that awaits
Jean de Villiers: I can’t see a big margin in opening Test
Former Munster centre says rugby can be a shining light in a dark time
Brian O’Driscoll: ‘The Tana thing is all fine now, it dragged out too long’
The former Lions captain looks back on the highs and lows of his days in the famous red jersey
South Africa’s Damian de Allende to join Munster next season
World Cup winning centre has agreed a two-year deal with the Irish province
‘By lifting others, you also lift yourself ’ - John McGrath’s remarkable journey
The Waterford man whose only limits are those of his imagination
Jean de Villiers gives seal of approval to new Munster man van Graan
Springbok legend would ‘love to see’ likes of O’Connell and O’Gara on province’s ticket
Battered Boks hit new low, says former captain De Villiers
‘Last year losing by 42 points was a low point, but we didn’t think it could get worse’
Jean De Villiers: Springboks ‘at an all-time low’ after Italy loss
Former skipper among former players unhappy at loss to Conor O’Shea’s side
Ireland’s Jamie Heaslip receives Try of the Year award
Number eight handed award for Italy try, Beauden Barrett named Player of the Year
Jared Payne set to start at 15 in much-changed Ireland side
Joe Schmidt to choose between Henderson or Dillane to partner Toner at secondrow
South Africa name hooker Adriaan Strauss as captain
New coach Allister Coetzee has named a new-look squad for series against Ireland
Johnny Holland ready to kick on after Munster breakthrough
Munster outhalf has become key man as province aim to secure top-six place
South African rugby still a black and white issue
Pressure mounts on coach Allister Coetzee to give more black players a chance
South Africa’s need to win to provide cutting edge over Scotland
Scotland accused of fielding weakened team with an eye on final pool match against Samoa
Jean de Villiers retires after being ruled out of World Cup
The South African captain has hung up his boots after breaking his jaw against Samoa
South Africa’s Jean de Villiers ruled out of the World Cup
Springboks captain sustained fractured jaw during 46-6 win over Samoa at Villa Park
Samoa in the firing line as Springboks plan powerful response
South Africa to rely on traditional game to banish memories of defeat to Japan
South Africa coach apologises to nation for Japan defeat
‘It was just not good enough. It was unacceptable and I take full responsibility’
Fiji and South Africa name teams for World Cup openers
John McKee and Heyneke Meyer named XVs for respective clashes v England and Japan
RWC 15: World in union one more time
Rugby Correspondent Gerry Thornley sets the scene for Rugby World Cup 2015
South Africa named experienced and versatile World Cup squad
Nine players from squad that won title in 2007 included in Heyneke Meyer’s 31
Heyneke Meyer says he has full backing of South Africa squad
Springboks coach criticised by country’s biggest trade union for ‘racist choices’
Jean de Villiers returns to captain Boks against Argentina
He underwent major knee surgery after being injured against Wales last November
South Africa's De Villiers poised for return against Argentina
Former Munster centre has been out since last November with a knee injury
Richie McCaw relishing last bout in South Africa
New Zealand have much to gain with victory in Johannesburg
Schalk Burger to lead South Africa against New Zealand
Backrow praised by coach Heyneke Meyer after return from injury and serious illness
Jean de Villiers ahead of schedule in World Cup fitness race
‘He is way ahead of where he is supposed to be and we are really happy with his progress’
South Africa’s Jean de Villiers touch and go to make World Cup
Doctors expect at least an eight-month lay-off for Springboks captain
Jean de Villiers could face extended time out of game with knee injury
World Cup doubts surround South Africa captain after knock picked up against Wales
Joe Schmidt plays down alleged stamp on Dominic Ryan
Referee JP Doyle declined to consult TMO despite appeals from Ireland captain Eoin Reddan
Robbie Henshaw sees plenty of room for improvement
Young centre delighted to get win against South Africa
Jared Payne to undergo scan on foot injury on Monday
Centre is a doubt for Georgia game with suspected sprain
Joe Schmidt praises courage of Irish players after famous win over South Africa
Ireland coach not racing ahead of himself after great start to November campaign
Springbok midfield’s ability must be tested well behind their gain line
Joe Schmidt’s men braced for the inevitable massive physical challenge the Boks represent
Jan Serfontein ready to square up to Jared Payne
21-year-old Springbok is one of several young players brought in by coach Meyer
Schalk Burger always making an impact
South African flanker has come back from illness and injury to regain a place
South Africa at full strength for Ireland encounter
Coach Heyneke Meyer makes just one enforced change on bench from side that beat All Blacks
Matfield ready to lock horns with O’Connell
‘I think he’s probably the best player that I have played against in my career’
Undaunted Joe Schmidt ready to embrace massive challenge
After their win over the All Blacks, South Africa are now ranked second in the world
Henshaw primed for central role against South Africa
Joe Schmidt suggests Connacht youngster is to be handed number 13 jersey against Springboks
Ruan Pienaar must prove his fitness for Springboks
Heyneke Meyer hoping Ulster’s talismanic scrumhalf can overcome knee injury
Jean de Villiers and Boks stick to script to beat Australia
Wallabies led until 11 minutes from time before home side upped tempo and scored three late tries
Richie McCaw helps keep All Blacks’ home record intact
Skipper scores vital try as New Zealand hold out against fast-finishing Springboks
South Africa skipper De Villiers to win 100th cap against New Zealand
Former Munster centre feared he would never win a second cap after serious injury on Springbok debut
Pollard gets nod ahead of Steyn at flyhalf
Named ahead of veteran incumbent Steyn in South Africa’s Rugby Championship team against Argentina on Saturday
Davies injury adds to Welsh discontent after South Africa defeat
Warren Gatland’s side beaten 24-15 in bruising Millennium Stadium encounter
Heyneke Meyer looks to sharpen attack as Springboks target victory over Wales
South Africa’s Jaque Fourie will win his 70th cap on Saturday
Number one at number 10
New Zealand outhalf Dan Carter has been the game’s most valuable player in the professional era
Springboks recall Pietersen and Fourie
Frans Malherbe comes in at tighthead prop for the injured Jannie du Plessis ahead of the clash with Wales
New Zealand retain title in thrilling fashion
Defending champions run in five tries against South Africa
Du Plessis returns to South Africa side to face All Blacks
Rugby Championship on the line at Ellis Park this weekend
Read double leads All Blacks to bruising win over South Africa
Dan Carter injures collarbone as Bismarck Du Plessis sees red in Auckland
South Africa secure biggest win on Australian soil
Leinster recruit Zane Kirchner among try scorers in Brisbane rout
Kirchner added to Springboks squad
Leinster’s new signing has been called up and will travel to Australia and then New Zealand
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