SpringboksMalcolmMarx
Malcolm Marx plays hooker and represents Springboks. Career statistics, milestones and a complete match log follow once the historical data pass is complete.
Croc-rolls are back — and the URC needs to act decisively
Two croc-roll red cards in one weekend — including the nasty Henderson-on-Fourie incident — have the author calling for the URC to come down hard and make an example, arguing the 'unintentional' defence doesn't hold and that consistent sanctions are the only way to coach the move out of the game permanently.
Two croc-rolls in one weekend is two too many — and the URC must act
Two URC croc-roll red cards in one weekend — including the attack on Deon Fourie — has the author arguing that 'unintentional' defences don't hold water two years into the ban, and that the URC's disciplinary response will reveal whether it takes player safety seriously.
PJ Botha to reach Lions century milestone with Marx in his sights
Lions hooker PJ Botha reaches his 100th appearance this Saturday, with World Rugby Player of the Year Malcolm Marx serving as the standard he is aiming to match. The milestone marks a significant moment in Botha's career at Ellis Park.
PJ Botha targets Lions century with Marx as his benchmark
PJ Botha is preparing to play his 100th match for the Lions this weekend, naming Malcolm Marx as the benchmark he strives to meet in the hooker role.
Japan's League One as World Cup prep: Why Bok management is relaxed about the exodus
With Nortjé the latest Bok heading to Japan, this piece makes the case that League One's lower physical demands could actually be the ideal preparation environment for defending the World Cup in Australia.
Am Still in Bok Frame: Japan Stint No Barrier to Three-Peat Dream
Lukhanyo Am says his Springbok ambitions are very much alive from Japan, and his inclusion in last month's overseas alignment camp suggests the coaching staff agree he's not done yet.
Caps, tries, scoring milestones and career moves will render here once the historical data pass is complete. The slot is reserved, not forgotten.