Rugby ransom theory raised in north-south split on proposed world league

Springboks in the News:

Rugby ransom theory raised in north-south split on proposed world league: The prospect of the All Blacks, Wallabies and Springboks refusing to play Six Nations teams has been raised if northern unions reject World Rugby’s proposed new global league. The Sunday Times claims … “Springboks” – BingNews

Which England players are going to the World Cup in Japan?: Not even the Springboks boast the same engine room depth as England. Maro Itoje is the standard-setter, with Courtney Lawes the second standout performer before his injury. George Kruis is the lineout … “Springboks” – BingNews

Wales issue World Cup warning: An outstanding Six Nations highlighted the gap between the hemispheres and why the Springboks will go to the World Cup as underdogs, writes JON CARDINELLI. There was a time when the Boks simply didn’t … “Springboks” – BingNews

Side Entry: The Gelant we’ve all been waiting for is finally here: Quite what Gelant’s newfound maturity means for his chances of starting for the Springboks at fullback is a debate for another day. Incumbent Willie le Roux – whose input the Bulls fullback … “Springboks” – BingNews

Springboks forward Louw extends Bath stay: Long-serving South Africa back-row Francois Louw has signed a new one-year contract with Bath. The 33-year-old arrived at The Rec in 2011 and has gone on to make 130 appearances for the Premiership … “Springboks” – BingNews

Springboks v Pumas: Everything you need to know: South Africa’s Rugby Championship opener against Argentina on Saturday signifies the start of “the real challenge” for the Springboks, according to Eben Etzebeth. Etzebeth will skipper the side in the … “Springboks” – BingNews