The Springboks’ ability to adapt under pressure, coupled with the squad’s ever-growing depth, proved decisive in their commanding victory over England at Ellis Park, according to Damian Willemse, who celebrated his 50th Test cap alongside fellow milestone man Cheslin Kolbe.

Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe, who joined the select group of players to earn 50 Test caps alongside long-time team-mate Damian Willemse against England on Saturday, remained as humble as ever after reaching the milestone, saying he hopes to continue improving and contributing to the team.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said memories of last year’s defeat at Ellis Park helped inspire his side to a seven-tries-to-three, 45-21 (half-time 17-14) victory over England in the inaugural Nations Championship match at the same venue on Saturday.

The Springboks romped to a convincing 45-21 victory over a valiant England side, crossing for seven tries in front of a crowd of 52,790 at Ellis Park to kick off their Nations Championship campaign with a statement bonus-point win.

Rassie Erasmus has leapt to the defence of England’s rising star Henry Pollock, insisting the 21-year-old should be judged on his rugby rather than the perception that has made him one of the game’s most divisive young figures.

For Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, Ellis Park is more than just another Test venue. It is a place where South African rugby history was made, and one that continues to inspire the current Springbok generation to create lasting memories of their own.

Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and captain Siya Kolisi expect a fired-up England side when the teams meet in their opening Nations Championship clash at Ellis Park on Saturday, warning that the contest will be a physical battle. Although the Springboks are ranked first in the world and England sixth, both Stick and Kolisi insisted

The South African Rugby Union (SARU) has moved to reduce ticket prices for the highly anticipated Springboks clash against England in the Nations Championship at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Springbok prop Ox Nche expects England to provide a formidable challenge up front when the two sides meet, warning that the visitors’ scrum remains one of the strongest aspects of their game.