Duane Vermeulen

Dan Biggar offers theory for why Springboks’ player friction was ‘such a positive’ in World Cup win

Dan Biggar reveals why conflict within a squad is not actually a bad thing.

Duane Vermeulen opens up on Rassie Erasmus ‘scuffle’ as he feared ‘sour grapes’ would end World Cup dreams

Duane Vermeulen had a spat with Rassie Erasmus prior to the Rugby World Cup.

All South Africa’s Player of the Year award winners for the past 32 years

Planet Rugby takes a look at all the winners of the prestigious SA Rugby Player of the Year accolade since the award's inception in 1992.

RG Snyman reveals the Springboks’ attitude towards the Bomb Squad

"I'm sorry man, maybe next game you will be back in the Bomb Squad."

Rassie Erasmus reflects on Springboks camp as ‘new chapter’ begins

Rassie Erasmus has hailed the work done at the first Springboks alignment camp of 2024 ahead of the Tests against Wales, Ireland and Portugal.

Rassie Erasmus’ Springboks staff unveiled: Duane Vermeulen, ex-All Black and Ireland stars included

Rassie Erasmus is back as Springboks head coach, while Duane Vermeulen, Tony Brown, Jerry Flannery and Jaco Peyper have also been added to the backroom staff.

Springboks coaches: Five talking points from Rassie Erasmus’ new team

A deep dive into the Springboks coaching structures including Rassie Erasmus' return with Tony Brown, Duane Vermeulen, Jaco Peyper and Tony Brown joining.

Rassie Erasmus and Duane Vermeulen? How the Springboks coaching team could line up

The next Rugby World Cup cycle has begun and back-to-back reigning champions the Springboks are set to undergo several changes in their backroom staff.

Rugby transfers and rumours: England stars off to France, Saracens take Owen Farrell gamble and Springboks reshuffle

Recaps of the biggest transfer news, rumours and movements in the world of rugby union over the past week.

Duane Vermeulen appointed to high-profile SA Rugby position as Rassie Erasmus changes role – report

Duane Vermeulen will reportedly take up a high-profile role with SA Rugby which will see him working alongside Rassie Erasmus at the Springboks.

Duane Vermeulen awaits Springboks decision on coaching future

The former Springboks forward looks set to make his first steps into the coaching.

Rugby rumours and transfers: Jack Willis, Duane Vermeulen, Henry Slade and more

Our recap of some of the biggest transfer news, rumours and movements.

Retired Springboks great Duane Vermeulen courted for coaching gig – report

Duane Vermeulen will meet with a team this week to discuss a coaching role.

The Springboks have decided on a new addition to coaching staff – report

The Springboks have reportedly decided that recently retired great Duane Vermuelen will be taking over as defence coach of the team.

Former Springbok Duane Vermeulen on the verge of first coaching job

Duane Vermeulen could start his first coaching job in 'couple of weeks'.

SA Rugby pay tribute to ‘true legend of the sport’ Duane Vermeulen

The 37-year-old back-row played the last of his 76 Test matches in the World Cup final win over the All Blacks.

‘The team performs when he starts at 10’ – Springboks boss explains selections

Jacques Nienaber explains his selections for the Rugby World Cup quarter-final against France, with Manie Libbok and Cobus Reinach starting.

Springboks great Duane Vermeulen hints at coaching switch after the Rugby World Cup

Duane Vermeulen has discussed whether he will move into coaching when he finishes playing, which could be after the Rugby World Cup.

Springboks boss reveals Duane Vermeulen’s new role at the Rugby World Cup

Springboks back-row Duane Vermeulen was seen in the coaches box during the Ireland Rugby World Cup match and Jacques Nienaber revealed why.

‘I was in a tough spot’ – Duane Vermeulen considered Springbok retirement

Duane Vermeulen was close to calling time on his career before the Rugby World Cup.

‘We really wanted to lay a marker ahead of the World Cup’ – Duane Vermeulen

Duane Vermeulen has revealed that the Springboks are now fully focused on their World Cup campaign after their emphatic win over the All Blacks on Friday.

Winners and losers from the Springboks’ 33-man Rugby World Cup squad

Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber has made some surprising decisions with a few star names ruled out through injury.

Rugby Championship: Five things we learnt from the tournament including the All Blacks are back

What we learnt from this year's Rugby Championship.

‘The man for the big occasion’ – Schalk Burger pays tribute to Duane Vermeulen

Schalk Burger pays tribute to Duane Vermeulen.

Springboks player ratings: Veteran forward duo catch the eye in narrow win over Argentina

How South Africa's players rated in their Rugby Championship victory over Argentina in Johannesburg on Saturday.

Springboks v Los Pumas preview: South Africa to end Rugby Championship on a high at Ellis Park

Planet Rugby previews the final Rugby Championship match of the year as the Springboks host Los Pumas in their final home game of the year at Ellis Park.

‘It’s probably my last game in the Springboks jersey in SA’ – Duane Vermeulen

Duane Vermeulen hopes to keep emotions in check as he captains the Springboks in his final game in the Green and Gold in South Africa.

Springboks make nine changes as Duane Vermeulen returns as captain

Duane Vermeulen will captain the Springboks in their final Rugby Championship match against Argentina at Ellis Park on Saturday.

‘Springboks still have room for improvement’ – Mzwandile Stick

Despite Saturday's fine win over the Wallabies, Mzwandile Stick said the Springboks are keen to improve during the rest of the Rugby Championship.

Rugby Championship preview: Springboks’ forwards to power them to victory over Wallabies

South Africa and Australia will resume hostilities when they meet in Saturday's Rugby Championship opener at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.