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Ross Roche
Ross Roche
Senior sports writer
Head Rugby writer at the Citizen
LATEST STORIES FROM ROSS ROCHE
Rugby
‘Greatest day of my life’: Junior Boks captain Norton lifts U20 Champs trophy
Rugby
Springboks want to stack up the positives after big Georgian win — Siya Kolisi
Rugby
Junior Boks back their game to down Junior All Blacks in U20 Champs final
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Springboks target win over tricks in Georgian Test – Mzwandile Stick
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Junior Boks’ ‘hunger and aggression’ an inspiration for the Boks, says Kolisi
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Springboks aiming for big finish to mid-year Tests
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Curious case of Roos and the Bok team: Rassie explains omission for Georgia clash
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Four years after debut against Georgia, Fassi says his growth has been ‘massive’
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Junior Boks name unchanged side for U20 Champs final against Junior All Blacks
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Rassie Erasmus defends Springbok innovations: ‘It’s what lifts us, gets us up for the game’
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OPINION: Will Evan Roos ever become a Springbok regular?
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SA and NZ set to write another chapter in special rugby rivalry in U20 final
Rugby
Rookie front row to face Georgia: Rassie satisfied it’s a balanced Bok pack
Rugby
OPINION: Serious Junior Bok talent bodes well for the future of the Springboks
Rugby
Boks’ ‘fake lineout’ in open play: ‘It’s about evolving and being creative’
Rugby
Heavily penalised Junior Boks down Argentina to make World U20 Champs final
Rugby
Siya Kolisi a possible No 8 bolter for the Boks in the absence of Jasper Wiese
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Springboks back Junior Boks to go all the way at U20 World Champs
Rugby
‘Amazing,’ says Willie le Roux about 100th Test as Gqeberha celebrates with Boks
Rugby
‘I always wanted one Test, and now I want one more’ — Cobus Wiese on his Bok debut
Rugby
Rassie Erasmus pleased with Springboks’ solid start to the season as Georgia awaits
Rugby
Rassie reveals origin of midfield maul as Boks’ full bag of tricks on show against Italy
Rugby
Springboks blank Italy: Four talking points
Rugby
No underestimating Italy this week, says Boks skipper Moerat
Rugby
It’s special to be back home with the Springboks — Mzwandile Stick
Rugby
‘He was a hero to me,’ says Boks captain about Willie le Roux reaching 100 Tests
Rugby
Junior Springboks set to fire shots at Scotland in final pool match
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Springboks seek clarity around breakdown decisions — Jaco Peyper
Rugby
Springboks eager to raise their standards in second Test against Italy
Rugby
Biyela leads changed Junior Bok team against Scotland in U20 Champs
Rugby
Boks may have to change plans for Gqeberha Test, says Rassie
Rugby
Junior Springboks now genuine U20 Championship contenders
Rugby
OPINION: Bulls’ action trumps Lions’ inaction in quest for URC glory
Rugby
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus frustrated despite Italy win
Rugby
Springboks made to work hard for Italy win: Four talking points
Rugby
Preview: Springboks want to keep momentum going against Italy
Rugby
Handre Pollard stoked with current Springbok flyhalf depth: ‘It is absolutely brilliant’
Rugby
Write off Italy at your own peril — Springbok captain Jesse Kriel
Rugby
‘It’s very special’ — Jesse Kriel on becoming Springbok captain No 67
Rugby
Springboks aim to set season benchmark against Italians — Jasper Wiese
Rugby
Junior Springboks fully prepared for England U20s in World Champs
Rugby
‘Italy have potential to cause damage,’ says Boks’ Bongi Mbonambi
Rugby
‘If you don’t change you get left behind’ — Rassie Erasmus on evolving Boks
Rugby
‘We haven’t unlocked our attacking potential yet,’ says Boks’ Handre Pollard
Rugby
OPINION: Italy and France’s short-sightedness could cost them in the long run
Rugby
Damian Willemse ‘nervous’ to be back in Springbok mix after ‘difficult two years’
Rugby
‘Jesse sets a great example for everybody,’ says Rassie about new Bok captain
Rugby
Springboks eager to set tone for the season against Italy – Rassie Erasmus
Rugby
Ultimate 8-0 Springbok ‘bomb squad’ is a reality, says Daan Human
Rugby
Italy will be a proper test for the Boks, says scrum boss Daan Human
Rugby
Junior Boks turn attention to England U20s after Aussie mauling
Rugby
Rassie to ring the changes for first Test against Italy
Rugby
‘We have plenty to work on,’ says Boks’ Rassie after Barbarians rout
Rugby
Junior Boks destroy Aussies in World Rugby U20 Champs opener
Rugby
Is Rassie set to shake up rugby with the ‘hybrid Springbok’?
Rugby
Joburg camp laid foundation for Boks’ hammering of BaaBaas — Jesse Kriel
Rugby
‘It wasn’t our best game’ – Kolbe after Springboks smash BaaBaas
Rugby
Springboks blitz Barbarians: Four talking points
Rugby
Springboks not taking ageing Barbarians for granted in season opener
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‘He has made us proud’ — Lions scrum guru Redelinghuys on new Bok prop Ntlabakanye
Rugby
Jesse Kriel honoured to take up Springbok captaincy for BaaBaas tussle
Rugby
‘No need to risk Siya now,’ says Boks’ Stick ahead of Barbarians match
Rugby
Aphelele Fassi eager to continue growing at 15 for Boks: ‘The competition is healthy’
Rugby
Marnus van der Merwe’s big chance to solve Bok hooker problem
Rugby
Jean-Luc du Preez thrilled to be back in the Bok mix: ‘I’m delighted’
Rugby
Sacha and Krappie could be a match made in heaven for the Springboks
Cricket
OPINION: Zimbawe Tests an opportunity for next-generation Proteas to shine
Rugby
Bok newcomer Vincent Tshituka to finally realise rugby dream: ‘Green and Gold is everything’
Rugby
Asenathi Ntlabakanye in good shape after ‘special’ sessions on Bok scrum guru’s farm [VIDEOS]
Rugby
Exciting Springbok talents to be led by experienced heads in Barbarians tussle
Rugby
Bok rookies’ chance to impress in Barbarians match — Tony Brown
Rugby
Barbarians match will be like a Test, says Boks’ Tony Brown
Rugby
Springbok fire still burns fiercely for Eben Etzebeth: ‘My ultimate drive’
Rugby
Felix Jones: ‘Exciting Boks constantly looking to improve’
Rugby
Siya Kolisi opens up about ‘special’ Springbok environment: ‘A proper family’
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