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Boks Unpacked: England's attacking pace will test Springbok backfield — but Bok class should prevail in Jo'burg
Jean de Villiers argued England's direct, multi-option attack could exploit the Springboks' aggressive defensive backfield in Jo'burg, though the panel ultimately backed the Boks to win at home against a battle-hardened but beatable England side.
Blitzboks complete historic double as Snyman hails system and squad depth
The Blitzboks have completed a historic 2026 double, winning both the HSBC SVNS Series and defending the World Championship title in Bordeaux, despite a difficult final day that saw defeats to France and Spain. Tristan Leyds was named Men's Player of the Year, while Shilton van Wyk earned a Dream Team selection as the season's leading try-scorer.
Eben's hip injury forces the Boks to rethink their lock depth
With Etzebeth out for two months, the Boks Unpacked panel argued that JJ van der Walt is now in line for a first cap and that du Toit and Nortje give Rassie a hybrid route around the lock crisis.
SHINING for South Africa! 🇿🇦 | Tristan Leyds Highlights | Men's SVNS Player of the Year 2026
South Africa 7s' Tristan Leyds wins Men's SVNS Player of the Year after playing a monumental role in the Blitzboks sevens title winning campaign. Watch all of his incredible highlights from the 2025/26 HSBC SVNS Season.