Lomi Kriel is an investigative reporter for the ProPublica-Texas Tribune Investigative Initiative.

South Africa’s 67th test captain, Jesse Kriel, said he will lead with actions, not words, when he gets onto the field in Saturday’s first test against Italy at Loftus Versfeld.

Jesse Kriel becomes the 67th official Springbok captain against Italy on Saturday, and will be backed by Eben Etzebeth and Handre Pollard who have both led the Boks.

The Springboks have finalised their preparations for Saturday afternoon's international opener against Italy at Loftus Versfeld.

As Jesse Kriel prepares to lead the Springboks against Italy, assistant coach Mzwandile Stick highlights the captain's decade-long commitment and leadership qualities.

Springbok captain Jesse Kriel cautioned against writing off a passionate Italian side, ahead of their incoming series opener at Loftus.

The Springboks have won their opening Test of the 2025 season with a disjointed display against Italy at Loftus Versveld on Saturday evening.

World champions South Africa begin their Test season with a 42-24 victory over a youthful Italy at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria.

Springboks' new captain Jesse Kriel has turned heads on social media after unveiling an expensive car worth R1.5 million, showcasing his style off the pitch.

The first group of white South Afrikaners granted refugee status by President Donald Trump arrived in America in May after Trump declared South Africa’s minority group was victims of a “genocide.