International RugbyNews
Yaqeen Ahmed and Markus Muller: from schoolboys to Springboks - KEO.co.za
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All Blacks legend believes Kurtley Beale ‘is not the answer’ as ex-Springboks dubs it ‘a sad step back’ for Australia
A former All Black and Wallaby has slammed Les Kiss' decision to recall Kurtley Beale.
International RugbyNews
Bulls boss’ concerning Cameron Hanekom update on the eve of the Springboks team announcement
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International RugbyNews
Springboks team: When Rassie Erasmus will name his team to face Italy
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Jerome Kaino joins Springboks' pool rivals ahead of 2027 Rugby World Cup - Rugbypass.com
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United Rugby ChampionshipNews
Stormers battle to retain double World Cup-winning Springbok with Japan heavyweights ‘showing great interest’
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International RugbyNews
Bulls v Scarlets: Five takeaways as forgotten Springbok provides ‘cool head’ while ‘scary’ bench does its job
Following a 54-26 victory for the Bulls over the Scarlets in the United Rugby Championship, here's our five takeaways from the game.
International RugbyNews
Bulls player ratings: Bomb Squad ‘utterly demolishes’ Scarlets after ‘mediocre’ performances from Springboks duo
Bulls player ratings following their victory over the Scarlets in the United Rugby Championship.
International RugbyNews
Stormers v Ulster: Winners and losers as Springboks duo and ‘freak’ make it ‘Halloween nightmare’ for visitors
Following a 33-7 win for the Stormers over Ulster at the DHL Stadium on Saturday, here's our winners and losers from the Cape Town fixture.
International RugbyNews
Stormers v Ulster: Five takeaways as Springboks bolter the ‘real deal’ despite the hosts’ ‘mistake-ridden’ showing
Planet Rugby's five takeaways following the Stormers' victory over Ulster in the United Rugby Championship.
International RugbyNews
Parsons hat-trick as Irish seal South Africa series win
Beibhinn Parsons scores a hat-trick of tries as Ireland close out their WXV Global Series campaign by securing back-to-back wins over South Africa in Cape Town.
International RugbyNews
Rassie Erasmus posts cryptic message after Tadhg Furlong judgement as Springboks boss angered amid double standards accusation
Rassie Erasmus has take to social media yet again after Tadhg Furlong was controversially cleared by a disciplinary panel.
International RugbyNews
Sir Steve Hansen claims Rassie Erasmus is resting Springboks for the World Cup: ‘There’s no doubt about that with Etzebeth’
Sir Steve Hansen believes that Rassie Erasmus is resting key Springboks players for the November Tests.
International RugbyNews
Sir John Kirwan: How Dave Rennie’s ‘big’ selection can help the All Blacks ‘combat’ the Springboks
The All Blacks are still searching for the formula to regularly defeat the Springboks.
International RugbyNews
Ireland 'have it in us' to claim Springboks series win
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand says his side are ready for their "second ascent" as they target a historic series win over South Africa.
International RugbyNews
Springboks injury crisis gives Rassie Erasmus opportunity ahead of 2027 World Cup
Springboks injury crisis gives Rassie Erasmus opportunity ahead of 2027 World Cup EWN
French Top 14News
Malcolm Marx to leave Kubota Spears in 2027 and return to South Africa for family reasons - Quinze Ovalie
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International RugbyNews
Nick Mallett: The ‘strange’ Rassie Erasmus decision that risks ‘damaging’ Springboks’ strength
Nick Mallett has highlighted his one area of concern following the announcement of Rassie Erasmus' Springboks squad.
International RugbyNews
South Africa Rugby 2026 Nations Championship Northern Tour Schedule - FloRugby
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International RugbyNews
Nick Mallett: Where ‘no-frills’ Springboks bolter is probably better than Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu
Nick Mallett believes that Yaqeen Ahmed will offer the Springboks something different from Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu.
International RugbyNews
Opinion: Bongi Mbonambi’s Sharks departure is a win for everyone including the Springboks and Rassie
Why Bongi Mbonambi's departure from the Sharks to rejoin the Stormers is a win-win situation for all involved including the Springboks.
International RugbyNews
Springboks squad: Five takeaways as Rassie Erasmus serves his ‘need for speed’ but doesn’t address ‘glaring problem’
Five takeaways from Rassie Erasmus' Springboks squad for the Nations Championship matches in November.
International RugbyNews
South Africa Springboks Nations Championship Roster: Full Squad
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International RugbyNews
Anton Segner explains ‘shock to the system’ on joining All Blacks and the ‘pleasing’ legacy of ‘first meeting after South Africa’ tour loss
Rookie All Blacks back-rower Anton Segner has revealed the shock to the system experienced after first joining Dave Rennie’s squad last June.
International RugbyNews
Muller Could Rewrite Steyn’s 20-Year Springbok Record In November
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International RugbyNews
Springboks squad: Winners and losers as Rassie Erasmus looks ‘beyond’ the 2027 Rugby World Cup but resorts to ‘hope and pray’ solution with problem position
Planet Rugby's winners and losers following the announcement of Rassie Erasmus' Springboks squad for the Nations Championship.
International RugbyNews
South Africa to face Ireland in November without four key players
South Africa to face Ireland in November without four key players BreakingNews.ie
International RugbyNews
Called up by the Springboks at 19, Markus Muller could break Frans Steyn’s record as youngest debutant - Quinze Ovalie
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International RugbyNews
Bongi Mbonambi leaves the Sharks with ‘immediate effect’ as Springboks veteran answers former club’s SOS
The Bongi Mbonambi-Sharks saga is over with the Springboks veteran leaving the Durban club.
French Top 14News
No Kolbe, Etzebeth or Pollard: South Africa also depleted ahead of Les Bleus clash - Quinze Ovalie
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International RugbyNews
Springboks bolter to break Frans Steyn’s 20-year-old record after shock Rassie Erasmus call-up
Markus Muller is set to break a 20-year-old Springboks record this November.
International RugbyNews
Springboks squad: Rassie Erasmus issues six shock call-ups with four World Cup winners sidelined
Rassie Erasmus has named a 37-man squad which includes six uncapped players with four World Cup winners injured.
International RugbyNews
Ex-Irish ref boss slams ‘nonsense’ narrative around Tadhg Furlong testicle grab allegation and calls for ‘hefty’ ban like Springbok if guilty
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Four Springboks stars ruled out as Rassie names squad
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Springboks squad named for Nations Championship Tests in November
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Dave Rennie’s ‘definite’ verdict on Leicester Fainga’anuku’s position as All Blacks boss makes South Africa admission
Dave Rennie's verdict on where Leicester Fainga'anuku will feature for the All Blacks in November.
International RugbyNews
Revealed: The two Springboks who sit ‘top of the list’ in terms of importance to Rassie Erasmus
36 Tests into this Rugby World Cup cycle, the Springboks' results sort themselves by two names on the team sheet.
International RugbyNews
Springboks: Rassie Erasmus sweats over key duo as injuries strike ahead of Nations Championship
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International RugbyNews
Sir Steve Hansen’s ominous ‘watch this space’ warning to ‘passionate’ Springboks fans who have ‘short memories’
Sir Steve Hansen responded to a fan who was perhaps slightly overconfident in his analysis of the Springboks and All Blacks.
Gallagher PremiershipNews
PREM Rugby Team of the Week: Springbok World Cup winner ‘proves his point’ while ‘unplayable’ Marcus Smith ‘turns everything to gold’
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International RugbyNews
Francois Cros pinpoints where the Springboks had an edge over France at the World Cup: ‘We were equally as good, if not better’
Francois Cros reflects on where the Springboks had the edge over France at the World Cup and 'very difficult' decision to leave Toulouse.
International RugbyNews
Double World Cup-winning Springboks star returns home to South Africa after Japan contract ‘terminated’
Two-time Rugby World Cup-winning Springboks back-row Kwagga Smith has signed a three-year contract to return to South Africa.
International RugbyNews
Cheslin Kolbe: Why I needed to return to South Africa after worst feeling in Japan
Cheslin Kolbe did not plan to leave South Africa so early in his career.
International RugbyNews
Cardiff v Sharks: Five takeaways as visitors overcome early loss of Springboks star to clinch win while Wales ace ’empties the tank’ for hosts
Our five takeaways from the Sharks' 36-21 victory at Cardiff in their United Rugby Championship clash on Friday.
International RugbyNews
Sharks player ratings: Springboks in waiting ‘wreak havoc’ as teenager and ‘bullish’ forward shine in victory over Cardiff
Sharks player ratings following their 36-21 victory over Cardiff in the United Rugby Championship.
International RugbyNews
Springboks sweat over Andre Esterhuizen after Sharks captain forced off after 52 seconds
The Sharks suffered an early setback in Friday's United Rugby Championship clash at Cardiff when Andre Esterhuizen limped off with an injury after just 52 seconds.
International RugbyNews
Sir Graham Henry reveals Ruben Love’s ‘massive difference’ admission on Springboks and how it reflects on Super Rugby
Sir Graham Henry shared the playmaker's admission in a long-form interview where he discussed the All Blacks' season so far.
International RugbyNews
From safari to Springboks - King ready for history
In the middle of safaris, birthday celebrations and games of the Traitors, Ireland captain Erin King knows they are in South Africa to do a job.
International RugbyNews
Sir Graham Henry: The ‘biggest’ learning from the All Blacks’ defeats to the Springboks and there are ‘some excuses’
What the All Blacks have learned from the tour of South Africa, according to former head coach Sir Graham Henry.
International RugbyNews
World Rugby confirm referees for November’s Nations Championship: Andrea Piardi gets another Springboks match despite Wallabies controversy
The officials have been announced for the northern leg of the Nations Championship which takes place in November.
International RugbyNews
John Dobson confirms Cheslin Kolbe’s return date: ‘I’m sure the Springboks are going to miss him’
Cheslin Kolbe will miss the remainder of the Springboks season as John Dobson reveals his expected return to play date.
International RugbyNews
Exeter bring in forward Goedhals from South Africa
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International RugbyNews
Jean Kleyn targets Springboks recall after ‘immensely positive’ move and why Rassie Erasmus’ outlook bolsters World Cup hope
Jean Kleyn joined Gloucester with a plan to awaken a sleeping giant and thereby reclaim his place in the world champion Springbok squad.
International RugbyNews
Fiji team: Jake White era underway as ex-Springbok boss names four uncapped players for latest Eddie Jones showdown
Jake White has named his first Fiji team following his appointment as head coach earlier this month.
International RugbyNews
Stormers boss takes aim at English journalist for ‘preposterous’ rumour as Springboks hopeful has ‘got no interest’
John Dobson has slammed reports that Jonathan Roche could leave the Stormers to take up a deal in Ireland.
International RugbyNews
Sharks clarify Springboks stars return date as 28-man European tour squad confirmed
The Sharks have named a strong initial squad for their three-week tour.
International RugbyNews
Springboks legend’s theory for Wallabies struggles against All Blacks: ‘It’s a mentality that they can’t beat New Zealand’
Victor Matfield believes that the Wallabies have a mental block when it comes to the All Blacks.
European CupsNews
OPINION: Time South Africa took the Champions Cup seriously - The Citizen
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International RugbyNews
Fiji scoops former Springboks coach for national team
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International RugbyNews
Stormers team: Wilco Louw dropped, Evan Roos one of six Springboks included for Champions Cup opener - Planet Rugby
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International RugbyNews
Stormers team: Wilco Louw dropped, Evan Roos one of six Springboks included for Champions Cup opener
John Dobson has stuck to his word by dropping one Springboks star and selecting a strong team for his side's Champions Cup opener.
International RugbyNews
Fiji’s Jake White gamble: The risks and rewards of hiring the ex-Springboks boss
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International RugbyNews
Springboks nearing return to action: Who’s up next for Rassie Erasmus and his team? - The Citizen
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International RugbyNews
Jordie Barrett: Bledisloe Cup blowout was a ‘step forward’ for ‘hurt’ All Blacks after Springboks series defeat
Jordie Barrett has called on the All Blacks to back up their Eden Park blowout with a strong performance in Australia.
International RugbyNews
Fiji appoint ex-Springboks boss White as coach ahead of World Cup
Fiji appoint ex-Springboks boss White as coach ahead of World Cup RFI
International RugbyNews
Fiji appoint Springboks World Cup winner Jake White as new coach
Fiji appoint Springboks World Cup winner Jake White as new coach The Independent
International RugbyNews
Rugby-Fiji appoint former Springboks boss White as coach ahead of World Cup
Rugby-Fiji appoint former Springboks boss White as coach ahead of World Cup Devdiscourse
International RugbyNews
The Springboks rookie that almost got away and why Craven Week is so important
Stormers sensation Riley Norton has revealed why he chose to pursue a career in rugby, despite being international-capped at age-grade cricket.
International RugbyNews
All Blacks great claims Wallabies had ‘false sense of security’ as Dave Rennie’s side faced the real Springboks
The Wallabies were disadvantaged by facing a weaker Springboks, according to an All Blacks great.
International RugbyNews
Bulls name 14 Springboks in Champions Cup squad - The Citizen
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International RugbyNews
Bulls face competition for Malcolm Marx signature amid doubts over Springboks Rugby World Cup winner’s future
Two South African teams look set to battle for the signature of the current World Rugby Player of the Year.
International RugbyNews
Springboks’ double World Cup winner in trouble at the Sharks due to ill-discipline – report
Springboks hooker Bongi Mbonambi's future at the Sharks looks uncertain after it was revealed in the South African media that he is in trouble due to ill-discipline.
United Rugby ChampionshipNews
Sharks player ratings: ‘Game to forget’ for Springbok as ‘wheels come off’ scrum against Stormers
Following a 39-22 loss to the Stormers in the United Rugby Championship clash in Cape Town, here's our player ratings for the Sharks.
International RugbyNews
Wafer ruled out of Ireland's South Africa Tests
Influential forward Aoife Wafer is ruled out of Ireland's WXV Global Series trip to South Africa later this month.
International RugbyNews
Minister Mackenzie welcomes R65 million National Lotteries Commission investment in South Africa’s Cricket World Cup 2027
Minister Mackenzie welcomes R65 million National Lotteries Commission investment in South Africa’s Cricket World Cup 2027 Western Cape Government
International RugbyNews
Cam Roigard admits to ‘weird’ feeling ahead of Bledisloe Cup as All Blacks star makes ‘stinging’ admission after Springboks loss
Cam Roigard hopes the All Blacks can bounce back after their Greatest Rivalry disappointment.
International RugbyNews
Springboks galore as Sharks ditch bench ploy for all-star Stormers showdown
JP Pietersen is going full hog for the Sharks' showdown with Stormers in Cape Town.
International RugbyNews
All Blacks team: Winners and losers as Dave Rennie denies standout a ‘fair shot’ while ‘world-class’ forward pays the price for Springboks failings
Winners and losers from Dave Rennie's selections for the All Blacks' clash with the Wallabies at Eden Park.
International RugbyNews
Dave Rennie won’t be ‘assessed’ on three Springboks defeats as NZ Rugby chief believes All Blacks are ‘tracking well’
Dave Rennie won't be assessed following Rugby's Greatest Rivalry, NZ Rugby CEO Steve Lancaster confirms.
International RugbyNews
Tony Brown’s ‘three key things’ for attacking success as Springboks coach reveals ‘mindset challenge’ for South African stars
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International RugbyNews
Demand for Springboks and All Blacks Twickenham tickets outstrips hosts England
Hosts trail rivals in sales for Nations Championship finals England lost 42-21 to Ireland in last Twickenham game Demand for South Africa and New Zealand tickets for the Nations Championship finals weekend has been greater than those for England despite the fact that Twickenham will host the inaugural…
International RugbyNews
World Rugby outlaws controversial tackle which almost ended Springbok’s career after South Africa coach’s request
World Rugby have moved to ban a tackle technique from November 1.
International RugbyNews
Springboks-laden Stormers team to debut black jersey against the Sharks with new signing benched
Seven Springboks will make their first appearance for the Stormers this weekend against the Sharks.
Super Rugby PacificNews
NZ Rugby chief’s verdict on South Africa’s possible Super Rugby return: ‘They are pretty bullish’
NZ Rugby's CEO has not ruled out the possibility of South African teams returning to Super Rugby.
International RugbyNews
When a Test between the Springboks and Wallabies turned into a boxing match
When a Test between the Springboks and Wallabies turned into a boxing match Cape Times
International RugbyNews
Victor Matfield: Wallabies outplayed the Springboks where the All Blacks are weakest
Victor Matfield warns that Australia beat the Springboks in an area where New Zealand were poor in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.
International RugbyNews
Sir John Kirwan: What the All Blacks need to replicate without the Springboks on the other side of the park
Sir John Kirwan says that he was in awe of the Springboks during Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.
International RugbyNews
Sharks boss reveals why he was ‘quite nervous’ about Springboks’ return and opens up on his team’s ‘unreal’ start to URC campaign
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International RugbyNews
Sir Graham Henry: Big All Blacks ‘issue’ exposed by Springboks as standards ‘reflected’ by Super Rugby ‘reality’
The All Blacks legend has placed the blame on Super Rugby after the Springboks dominated some key areas.
International RugbyNews
All Blacks ‘committed’ to tactics as Dave Rennie backs high-ball despite failures against the Springboks
Dave Rennie says that the All Blacks won't ditch their aerial game tactics.
International RugbyNews
Ex-Springboks boss emerges as the ‘favourite’ to land Fiji job ahead of 2027 Rugby World Cup
The 2007 Rugby World Cup-winning coach is reportedly in the running to take over as Fiji's head coach.
International RugbyNews
Sharks v Leinster: Five takeaways as Springboks stars ‘at the forefront’ of hosts’ onslaught in memorable win over champions
Our five takeaways from the Sharks' 26-20 victory over Leinster in their United Rugby Championship clash in Durban on Saturday.
United Rugby ChampionshipNews
Glasgow v Ulster: Five takeaways as second-half ‘card thriller’ ends with ‘Springbok hopeful’ securing a draw
Following a rollicking 33-33 draw in Saturday evening’s URC fixture at Scotstoun, Planet Rugby selects five takeaways from the round two action featuring Glasgow and Ulster.
International RugbyNews
‘Disappointed’ All Blacks are ‘better’ than the results as Dave Rennie wants New Zealand to ‘rectify’ their season after Springboks losses
Head coach Dave Rennie believes that the All Blacks are better than their results against the Springboks suggest.
International RugbyNews
Siya Kolisi to make second Stormers debut as John Dobson shifts his pack to make room for the Springboks captain
Siya Kolisi will make his second Stormers debut on Friday night against Edinburgh.
International RugbyNews
Bulls star ‘100%’ on return to Springboks as ‘best’ good enough for Rassie Erasmus’ team
After two years in French fields, Bulls fly-half Curwin Bosch is back on South African soil and already receiving rave reviews.
International RugbyNews
Ex-Springboks coach: Why Wallabies defeat is a ‘good thing’ and won’t ‘worry’ Rassie Erasmus
Former Springboks assistant coach Gary Gold says that Rassie Erasmus won't be worried about the defeat to Australia in Perth.
International RugbyNews
Dave Rennie lets slip where the All Blacks will face the Springboks in 2027 as Rassie Erasmus’ men mark 11-year first
Dave Rennie has let slip where the All Blacks will host the Springboks during next's year Rugby Championship.
International RugbyNews
Wallabies centre banned after dangerous tackle on Springboks fly-half and misses All Blacks Tests
Wallabies centre Hunter Paisami has been banned after failing to successfully appeal his initial ban for a dangerous tackle.
International RugbyNews
Australia center Hunter Paisami banned 4 weeks for dangerous tackle in chaotic win over Springboks
Australia center Hunter Paisami banned 4 weeks for dangerous tackle in chaotic win over Springboks Medicine Hat News
International RugbyNews
Exeter Chiefs: Rob Baxter addresses Springbok’s omission while Test star ‘getting close’ to PREM return
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International RugbyNews
Opinion: Springboks result proves Wallabies are ‘no mugs’ as looming Bledisloe Cup offers Les Kiss’ men big chance to ‘take a step forward’
The world will get its first proper look at how the Wallabies are truly tracking 12 months out from the World Cup when they face the All Blacks next month.
International RugbyNews
Rugby greats believe ‘ridiculous’ and ‘stupid’ things in Wallabies’ win over Springboks ‘are turning off our fans’
Legendary rugby duo John Kirwan and Victor Matfield have hit out at the farcical situations that left the Wallabies defending with 11 players against the Springboks and referee Andrea Piardi needing a mobile phone to communicate with his TMO.
International RugbyNews
Nick Mallett’s Wallabies’ World Cup prediction after shock victory over the Springboks
The former Springboks head coach predicts that the Wallabies will be "dangerous" for the All Blacks.
International RugbyNews
The reason why people won’t ‘get out the swords’ for Rassie Erasmus, but ‘one’ Springboks tactic stumped Victor Matfield
Legendary Springboks lock Victor Matfield has explained why Sunday’s shock loss to the Wallabies won’t have South African fans sharpening their swords for Rassie Erasmus.
International RugbyNews
Ex-Springboks boss questions Rassie Erasmus’ selection: ‘He looks like a lock playing flank’
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International RugbyNews
Who’s hot and who’s not: ‘Statement’ Wallaby win, ‘unmistakable difference’ Springboks can’t ignore and ‘unwanted’ Irish clean sweep
It’s time for our Monday wrap of who has their name in lights and who is making the headlines for all the wrong reasons after the weekend.
International RugbyNews
Ex-Springboks boss hits out at ‘ridiculous’ officiating communications farce during Wallabies victory
Nick Mallett has slammed the communication breakdown during the clash between Australia and South Africa.
International RugbyNews
Australia v South Africa: international men’s rugby union Test – live
Updates from the Wallabies v Springboks match in Perth Any thoughts? Get in touch with an email “The focus for us is physicality,” puffs Rob Valetini as he makes his way down the tunnel after the warm-up. He also suggested new winger Suaalii would be used as an…
International RugbyNews
Springboks preparations for Wallabies Test disrupted as Andre Esterhuizen faces backlash over old racial slur
The Springboks' preparations for Sunday's Test with the Wallabies were disrupted when new skipper Andre Esterhuizen became embroiled in a controversy over an old racial slur.
International RugbyNews
Wallabies v Springboks, LIVE BLOG: Follow our coverage of the Perth Test
Australia take on South Africa in Perth today in a one-off international clash. We are live blogging the game so scroll down to follow the action.
International RugbyNews
Wallabies gear up for mouthwatering South Africa clash: ‘A massive, massive Test’ | Jack Snape
With Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii on the wing and a bench packed with forwards, coach Les Kiss is hoping he has a formula to topple the Springboks The weight of the occasion is almost enough to tip the great red continent into the Indian Ocean. Sunday night’s clash between the…
International RugbyNews
Springboks: Nick Mallett reveals the two key ‘lessons’ which Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu ‘has to learn’
Nick Mallett has highlighted two key areas which Springboks fly-half Sacha Feinberg-Mgomezulu has to work on to improve his playmaking skills.
International RugbyNews
Springboks legend backs ‘go-to guy’ for landmark Test and young prop delivers verdict on new captain
Duane Vermeulen and Zachary Porthen have looked ahead to this weekend's match between the Springboks and the Wallabies.
International RugbyNews
Springboks: Nick Mallett’s blunt verdict on Malcolm Marx potential positional switch against Wallabies
Nick Mallett has given his verdict on Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus' suggestion that he might use experienced hooker Malcolm Marx on the flank in Sunday's Test against the Wallabies in Perth.
International RugbyNews
Rassie Erasmus addresses Cameron Hanekom’s absence as Springboks have ‘security if it doesn’t go well’
Rassie Erasmus said that it was 'tough' to leave Cameron Hanekom out of the Springboks team to face Australia.
International RugbyNews
Rugby World Cup audition? Springboks' fringe players 'hungry' for Wallabies challenge in Perth
Rugby World Cup audition? Springboks' fringe players 'hungry' for Wallabies challenge in Perth Magic 828
International RugbyNews
Nick Mallett: ‘Unusual selection’ from Rassie Erasmus means Springboks have ‘a very big ask’ against Wallabies
Nick Mallett feels the Springboks' starting line-up for Sunday's Test against the Wallabies in Perth is an "unusual selection".
International RugbyNews
Wallabies star takes cheeky dig at Rassie Erasmus on early Springboks team announcements: ‘We’ll wait’
Wallabies winger Harry Potter has taken a sly dig at Rassie Erasmus.
International RugbyNews
Why Rassie Erasmus snubbed Eben Etzebeth and Handre Pollard for Springboks captaincy: ‘We are trying to build our leadership group’
Rassie Erasmus says that Andre Esterhuizen 'deserves the opportunity' to captain the Springboks.
International RugbyNews
Player management key for Springboks in one-off Wallabies Test
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International RugbyNews
Springboks: Rassie Erasmus reveals Malcolm Marx experiment that could debut versus Australia
Rassie Erasmus has plans to experiment with the best player in the world.
International RugbyNews
Sir Steve Hansen: Rassie Erasmus needs to have ‘honest conversations’ with ageing Springboks
Sir Steve Hansen believes Rassie Erasmus needs to have honest conversations with ageing Springboks players.
International RugbyNews
Wallabies 'know what's coming' against Springboks as Kiss plots Suaalii switch
Wallabies 'know what's coming' against Springboks as Kiss plots Suaalii switch espn.com.au
International RugbyNews
Springboks team: Five takeaways as Rassie Erasmus ‘not in the business of sympathy caps’ with squad ‘overhaul’ but head coach opts for ‘insurance policy’ bench
Our key takeaways from the Springboks' selection to face the Wallabies this weekend.
United Rugby ChampionshipNews
Why Jacques Nienaber believes Lions are ‘force to be reckoned with’ and ‘one of the big off-field goals’ for Leinster in South Africa
Former Springboks boss Jacques Nienaber has described the Lions as a force to be reckoned with ahead of the new United Rugby Championship season.
International RugbyNews
Wallabies name the area they are ‘definitely growing’ in before hosting Springboks and single out ‘silver lining’ of Charlie Cale’s latest setback
Tom Donnelly has high hopes for his improving Wallabies pack against the Springboks in Perth this weekend.
International RugbyNews
Steven Kitshoff: Rassie Erasmus has a ‘crew’ of Springboks that he turns to when the ‘chips are down’
Rassie Erasmus showed who he trusts most in the Springboks squad, according to Steven Kitshoff.
International RugbyNews
Springboks team: Winners and losers as Rassie Erasmus rewards ‘egoless’ warrior and the ‘unluckiest’ snub
Winners and losers from Rassie Erasmus' Springboks selections for the one-off Test against the Wallabies.
International RugbyNews
Rassie Makes 13 Changes As Esterhuizen Takes Springbok Captaincy For Wallabies Test
Rassie Makes 13 Changes As Esterhuizen Takes Springbok Captaincy For Wallabies Test 2oceansvibe News
International RugbyNews
Wallabies: Taniela Tupou’s ‘dead right’ verdict on the Springboks and his honest admission about his ‘first few months in France’ with Racing
“Look, I'm not really worried about what the ABs did in those games; I'm just worried about what we're going to do this week."
International RugbyNews
Wallabies ready to test themselves against the best in Springboks clash
Wallabies ready to test themselves against the best in Springboks clash Irish Examiner
International RugbyNews
Springboks team: Rassie Erasmus rotates for Wallabies showdown with new captain named in Siya Kolisi’s absence
Rassie Erasmus has named Andre Esterhuizen as the new Springboks captain in a largely changed team to face Australia.
International RugbyNews
Rugby-Wallabies ready to test themselves against the best in Springboks clash
Rugby-Wallabies ready to test themselves against the best in Springboks clash The Star
International RugbyNews
Springboks legend warns of dangers of scrum law which ‘needs to go out of rugby’
Steven Kitshoff is the latest ex-international to voice his dissatisfaction with World Rugby's 'brake foot' law and wants it to be removed from the game.
World Cup 2027News
Flying Fijians to Face World Champion Springboks in 2027 World Cup Warm-Up
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International RugbyNews
Andrew Mehrtens: Why All Blacks’ defeat to the Springboks was ‘encouraging’ after previous overreliance on individual brilliance
Andrew Mehrtens gives his verdict on Dave Rennie's All Blacks during Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour.
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‘Complete hogwash’ – Stormers boss rubbishes Siya Kolisi transfer figure and admits ‘smoke’ around ex-Junior Springbok superstar swoop
John Dobson has addressed rumours around Haashim Pead and the reported transfer fee to secure Siya Kolisi's return.
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Dobson names URC Stormers squad packed with Springbok players, future stars
Dobson names URC Stormers squad packed with Springbok players, future stars The Citizen
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Nick Mallett: Springboks faced ‘different challenges’ to beat the All Blacks as the referee didn’t give us the benefit
The former Springboks coach believes that Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Series is tougher than a World Cup.
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All Blacks great: Springboks achievement ‘extraordinary’ with 4-0 thrashing ‘a realistic possibility’
The Springboks are now almost four points clear of the All Blacks in the World Rugby rankings.
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Steven Kitshoff rubbishes All Blacks’ scrum accusations: ‘It’s a cardinal sin in Springbok rugby’
Steven Kitshoff has hit out at Dave Rennie's accusation that the Springboks were 'walking around in the scrums'.
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France Rugby vs Springboks: Galthie's World Cup Test Benchma
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Jake White: Springboks don’t need to change anything, the chasing pack has to catch up
Jake White says that Rassie Erasmus doesn't need to change anything about his team and that it's up to the rest of the world to catch up.
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Springboks v All Blacks: Biggest winners and losers as Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry proves a ‘colossal success’ with ‘force of nature’ claiming legendary status
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John Smit ‘surprised’ by All Blacks scrum as Greatest Rivalry showed that Super Rugby exit was ‘less traumatic’ for Springboks
The Springboks obliterated the All Blacks scrum and the South Africa legend was 'surprised' by their opponents' approach.
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Springboks arrive in Australia for taste of next year's World Cup
Springboks arrive in Australia for taste of next year's World Cup independentonsaturday.co.za
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Springboks arrive in Australia ready for another huge challenge
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Jim Hamilton rues ‘tragedy’ of World Cup draw: ‘There’s a gulf between the Springboks, All Blacks and the rest’
Jim Hamilton says it is a ‘tragedy’ that South Africa and New Zealand are slated to meet in next year’s World Cup quarter-finals.
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Sir Steve Hansen: All Blacks are still behind the Springboks despite ‘small margins’ deciding Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
Sir Steve Hansen believes that the All Blacks are still behind the Springboks despite pushing Rassie Erasmus' men all the way.
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Laurie Mains: Springboks’ Baltimore win ‘was an awful lot closer than the score indicated’ and All Blacks ‘could have won all three of the first three’ Tests
Laurie Mains feels the final score in Saturday's Springboks v All Blacks Test flattered the world champions and said New Zealand "could have won all three of the first three" clashes in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.
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Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry: Eight things we learnt including the All Blacks’ ‘two-fold’ issue, while Springboks’ old dogs still have bite
What we learnt about the Springboks and All Blacks following Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Series.
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Ex-All Black: Gap to the Springboks ‘definitely there’ as ‘overconfident’ South Africa missed out on 4-0 thrashing
How big is the gap between the Springboks and New Zealand? Three ex-All Blacks have their say.
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Springboks: Rassie Erasmus’ ‘make our country proud’ pledge ahead of Wallabies Test as boss assesses ‘different challenge’
Rassie Erasmus hopes his side can make their country proud, ahead of their one-off Test against the Wallabies in Perth.
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How the Springboks won Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry: The on-field talking points
How the Springboks won Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry: The on-field talking points weekendargus.co.za
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Springboks touch down in Australia for one-off Wallabies Test | rugby
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Rating every Springboks forward in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry: ‘Most valuable prop in Test rugby’ shows his worth but Rassie Erasmus ‘worryingly light’ in one area
Here is how we rate all 19 Springboks forwards who took to the field, from the opener at Ellis Park through to the games at DHL Stadium and FNB Stadium and then the finale at Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium.
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Opinion: Wallabies can topple ‘vulnerable’ Springboks and All Blacks must ‘suck it up’ instead of whinging
Has Les Kiss made his first misstep since taking over from Joe Schmidt as Wallabies head coach? It certainly seems that way, writes Christy Doran.
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Victor Matfield makes ‘brave’ Springboks prediction now ‘pressure’ is off after All Blacks series success
The Springboks showed a slightly different side to their game in their final victory over the All Blacks.
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Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Team of the Series: Springboks DOMINATE selection as ‘best player in the world’ orchestrates All Blacks downfall
Planet Rugby's take on the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Team of the Series, as the Springboks dominate selection.
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‘Frustrated’ Sir John Kirwan slams ’14-point turnaround’ call as Springboks ‘definitely’ should have had a yellow card
The All Blacks legend went on a rant after Dave Rennie's men succumbed to a 3-1 series defeat to the Springboks.
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Wallabies squad: Jordan Petaia returns from international exile for one-off Test against the Springboks
Former Queensland Reds utility back Jordan Petaia has been recalled to the Wallabies squad for their one-off Test against the Springboks in Perth later this month.
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Victor Matfield’s Rugby World Cup prediction with the Springboks as ‘favourites’
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Wallabies veterans miss out as Les Kiss selects new face for Springboks Test
James O’Connor and Bernard Foley told to focus on Super Rugby Harry McLaughlin-Phillips named for South Africa clash in Perth Wallabies coach Les Kiss has praised the potential impact of veteran flyhalves James O’Connor and Bernard Foley, but called for them to play Super Rugby games before they…
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How New Zealand’s media reacted to All Blacks’ loss to Springboks as world champions’ ‘limitless potential’ sees off arch-rivals who need some ‘tough love’
After the All Blacks' 43-28 loss to the Springboks in their Greatest Rivalry Test in Baltimore on Saturday, how did the New Zealand media assess the men in black's performance?
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All Blacks coach slams referee for giving Springboks ‘penalties for bugger all’ in final Greatest Rivalry series clash
All Blacks senior assistant coach Neil Barnes has criticised referee Karl Dickson's officiating following their 43-28 loss to the Springboks in Baltimore on Saturday.
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Greatest Rivalry swagger showed South Africa will take some beating at World Cup
All Blacks were valiant in 3-1 series defeat but Springboks sent another warning to rest of the world in Baltimore What is the enduring image of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series? The Springboks put the exclamation mark on their status as World Cup favourites by wrapping up the series…
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Rassie Erasmus’ reflects on full circle moment for him with Springboks as Baltimore triumph ‘makes up in a big way’ for ‘awful’ first USA visit
Rassie Erasmus reveals how the Springboks' win over the All Blacks in Baltimore in his 100th Test in charge of the team compares with his debut as their head coach in a Test which was also held in the USA in 2018.
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Richie Mo’unga’s ‘complete team’ Springboks verdict and the ‘one thing’ which three-year All Blacks absence taught him
Richie Mo’unga has shared his thoughts after his long-awaited return to the Test rugby arena with the All Blacks following a three-year absence.
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Codie Taylor describes All Blacks loss as a ‘good stepping stone’ and reflects on ‘elevator’ encounters with Springboks fans
Codie Taylor has put a positive spin on the All Blacks’ defeat in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series, suggesting it has set Dave Rennie’s team up for a successful 2027 Rugby World Cup.
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Springboks predicted team: Rassie Erasmus to give backline experiment another shot against Wallabies in starting XV overhaul
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Why Dave Rennie believes All Blacks are ‘tracking in right direction’ despite 3-1 series defeat to the Springboks and the ‘dumb’ stuff he wants to ‘get out of the game’
All Blacks boss Dave Rennie has given his verdict on his team’s 3-1 defeat in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series, a loss confirmed by Saturday’s 43-28 setback versus the Springboks in Baltimore.
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Springboks: Rassie Erasmus reveals what keeps his team motivated after Greatest Rivalry series success
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed what keeps his team motivated following their impressive 43-28 victory against the All Blacks in Baltimore on Saturday.
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Ex-Springboks star: ‘Naive’ Ruben Love ‘buckled under the pressure’ as All Blacks performances ‘dropped off’
Ruben Love had played all six Tests under Dave Rennie before being replaced by Richie Mo'unga.
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Ex-All Blacks skipper reveals why Springboks’ ‘bullying tactics’ have given them an edge in Greatest Rivalry series
Taine Randell has explained why he believes the Springboks are having the upper hand in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series against the All Blacks.
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Ex-All Blacks captain highlights the position where a ‘chunkier’ player is needed to beat ‘next level’ Springboks
Taine Randell feels All Blacks boss Dave Rennie should select a "chunkier" player in a key position ahead of Saturday's final Greatest Rivalry series Test against the Springboks in Baltimore.
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World Rugby rankings: Top spot up for grabs in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry finale as Springboks target significant lead
How the final Springboks v All Blacks Test can impact the World Rugby rankings.
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Eben Etzebeth’s ‘brutal’ Greatest Rivalry verdict and which Springboks ‘must take credit’ for turning 0-1 deficit into 2-1 series lead
Record South African cap holder Eben Etzebeth has described Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series versus the All Blacks as an “amazing time” to live in.
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Springboks: Damian de Allende names the All Black ‘that really does stand up for me’ and his ‘best product’ message to American fans about Greatest Rivalry finale
Damian de Allende's milestone appearance isn’t the only reason why the last few weeks in South Africa – and now this week’s finale in the United States of America – have fired up the 34-year-old's imagination.
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Springboks are ‘bossing’ the scrum as ex-hooker claims All Blacks coaching ‘is not good enough
The All Blacks failed to heed the warning signs from earlier in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour and paid the price in the third Test.
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Justin Marshall: Rassie Erasmus to influence Dave Rennie ‘quite a lot’ as Springboks look to make another ‘statement’
There is no rotation this time from Rassie Erasmus with the Springboks going all out for a series victory.
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Sir Steve Hansen: Springboks have exposed two All Blacks’ weaknesses that Dave Rennie has to fix before the World Cup
Sir Steve Hansen says that Dave Rennie must address two areas of the All Blacks' game before next year's Rugby World Cup.
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‘We’re fitter than the Springboks’ – Justin Marshall urges Dave Rennie to make these All Blacks changes for final Test
There will be a number alterations in the All Blacks side to face the Springboks following injuries to key players.
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John Smit: Malcolm Marx is the best Springboks hooker ever
John Smit has issued a big statement about current Springboks hooker Malcolm Marx.
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Shimmy: South Africa’s reserve scrum is the only one that can compete with Springboks’ first-choice pack
The Springboks have the best two packs in the world, according to a former hooker Hanyani Shimange.
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‘You’ve got to give Ox Nche his flowers’ – All Blacks star hails impact of Springboks ‘freak’
Injured All Blacks prop Tamaiti Williams has praised Springboks counterpart Ox Nche for his performances during Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.
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All Blacks coach makes Springboks ‘exploration’ prediction: ‘They’ve certainly got the players to do it’
Mike Blair predicts that the Springboks will shake up their game plan in the final Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test match.
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Springboks coach’s ‘improvement’ warning to the All Blacks after South African scrum demolition
Springboks assistant coach Deon Davids warns that there is room for improvement in South Africa's scrum and lineout.
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Nick Mallett slams ‘scandalous’ World Cup draw as Springboks great claims All Blacks are ‘catching up’ but power will always beat ‘nice’ skills
The Springboks and All Blacks are on course to meet in next year's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals.
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Springboks v All Blacks: An England tighthead hands New Zealand an unconventional way out of the scrum in Baltimore
Kyle Sinckler props for a living, and on Dan Biggar's podcast, he made the concession that neither camp would go anywhere near.
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Sir Steve Hansen: What impresses me most about the Springboks and it’s the biggest thing Rassie Erasmus has done
Sir Steve Hansen has praised Rassie Erasmus for creating togetherness within the Springboks squad.
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The Springboks star who ‘deserves a start’ as Rassie Erasmus thought it would be ‘tough for him to get back’
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus says Morne van den Berg 'took his opportunity' off the bench against the All Blacks.
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Loose Pass: Four moments that decided Springboks v All Blacks including ‘massive’ Ardie Savea blow and Australia’s mess
Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport.
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Dave Rennie reveals All Blacks plan to limit Springboks’ scrum dominance as World Rugby disagreement continues after assistant’s ‘gravy train’ claim
Dave Rennie says that the All Blacks and World Rugby are not seeing eye to eye on officaiting issues around scrums.
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Springboks team: Five takeaways as Rassie Erasmus gambles on ‘cohesion’ and DNA for a bit more ‘luck’ in All Blacks series finale
Five takeaways from Rassie Erasmus' selections for the Springboks clash with the All Blacks in Baltimore.
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Springboks team: Winners and losers as Rassie Erasmus sticks to his word while ‘slandered’ half-back is rewarded after Soweto heroics
Winners and losers from Rassie Erasmus' selections for the fourth Test against the All Blacks.
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Ex-All Black: Greatest Rivalry tour ‘so much more beneficial to us’ than the Springboks
The All Blacks could lose the series 3-1 but that doesn't necessarily matter, according to a former Test scrum-half.
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Springboks team: Rassie Erasmus makes two changes as Damian Willemse returns for final Greatest Rivalry series Test
Double Rugby World Cup winner Damian Willemse is one of two changes to the Springboks starting XV to face the All Blacks in Saturday's final Greatest Rivalry series Test in Baltimore.
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Springboks legend claims Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu suffering from ‘second-year syndrome’ as fly-half verdict offered
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu continues to struggle to find his form despite the Springboks taking a 2-1 lead over the All Blacks.
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Who’s hot and who’s not: Springboks ‘full of brutal beauty and irresistible skill’ but ‘crying shame’ injuries leave ‘jarring sour taste’
The Springboks, Rassie Erasmus, refereeing, the scrum and Rugby's Greatest Rivalry all have their name up in lights.
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Why All Blacks and France are built to stay with the Springboks, whilst England trail behind
Planet Rugby features writer James While analyses why teams like the All Blacks and France are built to stay with the world champion Springboks whilst England trail behind.
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Sir John Kirwan’s honest ‘best team won’ admission as he reveals the ‘difference’ between the Springboks and All Blacks
Sir John Kirwan had no complaints this week after the Springboks proved too strong for the All Blacks and went 2-1 up.
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All Blacks coach identifies the key area his side must improve in against ‘dominant’ Springboks
Neil Barnes has urged the All Blacks to "be better" and called for improvement in a key facet of play when they face the Springboks in Saturday's final Greatest Rivalry series Test in Baltimore.
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Springboks-Ireland rivalry keeps its edge in Test conversation
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All Blacks great Ma’a Nonu performs solo haka against New Zealand in South Africa tour match
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New Look Argentina Roster Preparing for Battle against South Africa and Australia
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Tandy bitterly disappointed by South Africa drubbing
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Wales held pointless again by seven-try South Africa
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South Africa 43-0 Wales: Nations Championship Rugby – as it happened
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Nations Championship highlights: South Africa 43-0 Wales
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Wales aim to defy the odds in South Africa
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South Africa 42-28 Scotland: Nations Championship rugby – as it happened
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South Africa 45-21 England: Nations Championship rugby union – as it happened
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Springboks squad shake-up deepens Rassie Erasmus' selection squeeze
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Springboks use the Barbarians hit-out to stress-test July depth
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