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Rassie Erasmus on why he subbed Siya Kolisi two minutes into the second half

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has explained the decision to take captain Siya Kolisi off after just two minutes into the se…

Ben Smith

29 Aug 2026, 15:10

Erasmus gives explanation for changing entire Springbok front row last minute

The Springboks' week of constant lineup changes culminated in a complete overhaul of the front row just an hour before kick-off in…

Ned Lester

29 Aug 2026, 14:17

'I'm not going to moan my arse off': Erasmus fires back at Rennie's accusation

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has fired back at his All Blacks counterpart Dave Rennie for accusing his side of walking aro…

Ned Lester

29 Aug 2026, 12:29

‘No excuse’: Simon Parker fronts up after tense Springboks defeat

Parker, who started his first Test match under Dave Rennie against the Springboks, was honest in his reflection of the contest.

Henry Lee

29 Aug 2026, 11:39

‘Game of inches’: Dave Rennie reflects on what decided Springboks clash

"They got a couple down our end, especially late in the piece, and Cheslin Kolbe was able to kick those. So we'll have a look at t…

Henry Lee

29 Aug 2026, 10:57

All Blacks player ratings vs Springboks | 2nd Test Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry 2026

The Kiwis showed flashes of the lethal execution that punished any South African indiscretion a week ago, but their own inaccuraci…

Opinion

Ned Lester

29 Aug 2026, 10:06

Springbok player ratings vs All Blacks | 2nd Test Rugby's Greatest Rivalry 2026

South Africa kept their hopes of a Greatest Rugby Rivalry series win alive with 33 - 26 win over the All Blacks at the DHL Stadium…

Opinion

Philip Bendon

29 Aug 2026, 10:05

Springboks hold firm against All Blacks fightback to level series

Not only did they lift their own performance, the Springboks forced Dave Rennie's side to make countless unforced errors, and make…

Henry Lee

29 Aug 2026, 10:04

Rassie Erasmus throws late curveball at All Blacks with team sheet update

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has thrown a surprise curveball at the All Blacks less than an hour before the second Test of…

Ned Lester

29 Aug 2026, 7:42

'We all know what's happened before': Ardie Savea's message to All Blacks

All Blacks captain Ardie Savea doesn't need reminding what a "wounded beast" Springboks team can produce, with memories of last ye…

Ned Lester

28 Aug 2026, 8:24

The biggest mistake the All Blacks can make in Cape Town

All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has named the biggest mistake the All Blacks can make in the second Test of the Rugby's Greatest…

Ned Lester

28 Aug 2026, 5:51

World Rankings: 9-year high within All Blacks' reach in Cape Town

South Africa and Australia will leapfrog their opponents in the rankings if they win this weekend.

Jon Newcombe

28 Aug 2026, 3:33

Jake White: How I'm sure Dave Rennie feels going into second Test

I have no doubt Dave Rennie will be feeling very confident about this Second Test.

Jake White

28 Aug 2026, 1:33

Springboks make two eve-of-match changes for second All Blacks Test

The Springboks have announced two changes to their starting XV for Test two of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series as a result of …

Ned Lester

28 Aug 2026, 1:01

Handre Pollard reportedly pulled from the second Test

Reports are surfacing that Springboks flyhalf Handre Pollard has been pulled from the second Test against the All Blacks in Cape T…

Ben Smith

27 Aug 2026, 14:54

How the All Blacks leadership group thrived in the Johannesburg cauldron

The maturity and resolve shown by Dave Rennie's team at Ellis Park bodes well for the Rugby World Cup crusade next year

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Gregor Paul

27 Aug 2026, 13:00

The recalled All Black who 'really suits' playing Springboks

Dave Rennie has called on one of his biggest athletes to start against the Springboks in Cape Town this weekend after losing Josh …

Ned Lester

27 Aug 2026, 9:50

Dave Rennie on All Blacks selection: 'The game on Tuesday made it a bit clearer'

All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie hinted at changes for Test three of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour after announcing his match…

Ned Lester

27 Aug 2026, 8:35

Sorry Bok fans... this call may come back to bite Rassie

Picture the scene: you’re helping your dad with a project in the garage. The smell of oil assaults your nostrils as Lynyrd Skyny…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

27 Aug 2026, 8:09

‘You could definitely see they’ve been working on it’: Thomas du Toit

South Africa tighthead prop Thomas du Toit is expecting the All Blacks' scrum to bounce back this week after enduring a tough afte…

Josh Raisey

27 Aug 2026, 7:57

Dave Rennie addresses the Wellington warning looming large for All Blacks

Exactly how far the Springboks' tweaks can take them will be revealed on Saturday, but Rennie has some clear expectations.

Ned Lester

27 Aug 2026, 7:56

Referee change for RGR second Test as Nika Amashukeli pulled

There's a late change to the original referee appointment for the second Test of the the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series in South …

Ian Cameron

27 Aug 2026, 3:42

All Blacks solve injury question and make one more change for Boks sequel

All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has made three changes to his starting XV for game two of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series, t…

Ned Lester

27 Aug 2026, 3:00

Kennedy Tsimba: How the All Blacks turned 'danger to dominance' to sink South Africa

In the latest of RugbyPass analyses, Tsimba observes New Zealand's mastery of 'shift theory' and their comfort in chaos on the Hig…

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Nick Bishop

27 Aug 2026, 2:26

Why 39-year-old flanker Deon Fourie was picked over Bongi Mbonambi

The Springboks called upon Stormers flanker Deon Fourie for the second Test in Cape Town, with the 39-year-old set to make his fir…

Ben Smith

26 Aug 2026, 15:35

'We dominated them': Ex-Bok captain Matfield not worried about losing All Blacks series

Former Springbok captain Victor Matfield is not worried about losing the Greatest Rivalry series to New Zealand after going down 1…

Ben Smith

26 Aug 2026, 14:36

Telling stat underlines Springboks' glaring Achilles heel against All Blacks

After an unconvincing 17-10 win against Argentina and last weekend's 33-16 loss to New Zealand, South Africa have mustered just 33…

Analysis

Jon Newcombe

26 Aug 2026, 6:32

'South Africa have the All Blacks right where they want them'

The Springboks lost the first Test convincingly, but adversity seems to compel Rassie Erasmus' world champions to greater heights.

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Daniel Gallan

26 Aug 2026, 4:07

'We felt the pressure': Cobus Reinach flags All Blacks tactics

South Africa scrum-half Cobus Reinach has admitted that his side "felt the pressure" the All Blacks exerted as they fell 33-16 in …

Josh Raisey

26 Aug 2026, 2:01

The unjustified vilification of Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu

Since returning as the Boks flyhalf against Argentina, he's had two performances that are below his game-breaking standard from 20…

Ben Smith

25 Aug 2026, 19:46

'Grit and guts': Rieko Ioane on scratchy All Blacks victory over Lions

"This is my third time playing this Lions team, and I sort of knew coming into this game that they were probably the least affecte…

Henry Lee

25 Aug 2026, 14:03

All Blacks coach gives injury update, loose-forward ruled out of tour

"Our feeling is now that we're beyond the midweek games; we've got enough loose forwards to pick from."

Henry Lee

25 Aug 2026, 13:14

Siya Kolisi declared fit to face All Blacks with Pieter-Steph du Toit decision reversed

Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that Siya Kolisi will start and captain South Africa against the All Blacks in Cape Town on Saturday …

Josh Raisey

25 Aug 2026, 7:17

'That's the biggest challenge for him now': The Dan Carter verdict on SFM

Legendary All Blacks fly-half Dan Carter has described South Africa No.10 Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu as a "rare talent", but has sa…

Josh Raisey

25 Aug 2026, 5:05

Daddy of all Springboks: Deon Fourie to join list of world's oldest internationals

One month shy of his 40th birthday, versatile Stormers forward Deon Fourie is set to become the oldest player to play for the Spri…

Analysis

Jon Newcombe

25 Aug 2026, 4:26

'That was interesting with Rassie, something you don't often see': Victor Matfield

Former South Africa captain Victor Matfield has highlighted the difference between the two benches in the All Blacks' 33-16 win ov…

Josh Raisey

25 Aug 2026, 2:31

Mike Blair: 'We've got so much growth in us, there's more we can do'

"We're really pleased with five tries, I was just being to Jordie Barrett there, and I was saying to him like, there's there's so …

Henry Lee

25 Aug 2026, 1:28

You don't pick Handre Pollard to score tries

Despite the idea that Erasmus keeps everyone second guessing, the repeated patterns in team naming and selection make the Springbo…

Opinion

Ben Smith

24 Aug 2026, 19:49

'Poked a bear': Neil Barnes on the Springboks' response awaiting the All Blacks

The Kiwis, who head into the second Test match with seven wins from seven games in 2026, are preparing for a Springboks bounce-bac…

Henry Lee

24 Aug 2026, 16:20

Springboks concede famous bench tactic finally 'backfired' against All Blacks

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has conceded that his famous 6/2 bench tactic "backfired" on his team against the All Blacks …

Ned Lester

24 Aug 2026, 7:18

Erasmus leaves door open for late changes with five Springbok injury updates

Rassie Erasmus may have named his matchday 23 to face the All Blacks in game two of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series, but he sa…

Ned Lester

24 Aug 2026, 5:40

'On a beggar's ration, New Zealand gave Rassie Erasmus' Springboks a dig in the ribs'

The All Blacks' scrum stood up admirably as New Zealand reminded South Africa of the stark difference between winning possession a…

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Nick Bishop

24 Aug 2026, 4:37

Erasmus explains Feinberg-Mngomezulu decision in Bok 10 merry-go-round

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus said Handre Pollard has delivered for the Springboks "under extreme pressure" when explaini…

Josh Raisey

24 Aug 2026, 4:33

Injuries take toll on Boks with 4 changes to XV as Erasmus makes peculiar Kolisi move

Rassie Erasmus has named his South Africa side to take on the All Blacks in the second Test of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series, wi…

Josh Raisey

24 Aug 2026, 2:44

Jason Ryan likens All Blacks' scrum battle to '12 rounds of boxing'

Ryan, speaking to Scotty & Izzy on Sport Nation NZ, Ryan described how he saw the scrum battle from up in the coaching box at…

Henry Lee

24 Aug 2026, 2:05

Rassie Erasmus sends two Springboks back to their club

Two members of Rassie Erasmus’ extended South Africa squad have been released to the Lions for Tuesday night’s clash with the …

Josh Raisey

24 Aug 2026, 1:32

The Springboks' brawn was impressive, but the brains were sadly lacking

The brawn was impressive at Ellis Park, but the brains were sadly lacking and it was an incredibly untidy performance for a team t…

Opinion

Hamish Bidwell

23 Aug 2026, 20:46

Grant Williams was targetted in defence by the All Blacks

New Zealand already had a recipe that worked, yet Erasmus and his team went again with Williams. For the second time, it backfired…

Analysis

Ben Smith

23 Aug 2026, 18:26

Richie Mo'unga on Ruben Love's rise amid All Blacks No.10 battle

"It's really special. It's been a long time, but I'm just really grateful to be back in this environment, thankful to Rens and the…

Henry Lee

23 Aug 2026, 17:07

'You could look at it like that': Jessie Kriel makes telling concession after Boks loss

Jesse Kriel insists the Springboks remain firmly in the fight despite their heavy Ellis Park defeat to the All Blacks...

Ian Cameron

23 Aug 2026, 6:16

'100% legal': The All Blacks tactic that surprised Rassie Erasmus

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus was left surprised by the unexpected defensive tactic by the All Blacks in the 33-16 loss in …

Ben Smith

22 Aug 2026, 21:27

All Blacks never-say-die grit pays as Rassie sinks his own ship

The All Blacks 33-16 win over the Springboks was a classic story of weathering the storm and winning the little moments that matte…

Opinion

Ben Smith

22 Aug 2026, 19:27

'Walking around': Rennie questions Springbok scrumming tactic after set piece struggle

The All Blacks scrum came under immense pressure all afternoon in Johannesburg with the visitors unable to stabilise the set piece…

Ben Smith

22 Aug 2026, 17:15

'It was the right call': Dave Rennie weighs in on Ardie Savea's tackle on Jasper Wiese

A dramatic turning point in the All Blacks 33-16 win over the Springboks came with the All Blacks looking to land the definitive b…

Ben Smith

22 Aug 2026, 16:52

All Blacks draft in experienced prop and one-Test lock amid injury concerns

Both squad members will miss the Lions midweek fixture, and will be under a concussion protocol cloud ahead of the second Test in …

Henry Lee

22 Aug 2026, 16:27

Damian McKenzie: All Blacks won waiting game of Ellis Park altitude

All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie urged patience and trust in the game plan during the halftime break at Ellis Park on Saturday ni…

Ned Lester

22 Aug 2026, 15:37

'Nothing in that game': Rennie delivers blunt assessment after victory over Boks

"Ethan de Groot was crook overnight, and but yeah, look, we're really happy with with the effort up front, and scrum was really …

Henry Lee

22 Aug 2026, 12:22

Rassie: 'It's nice now to go into the next game as the underdogs'

Rassie Erasmus has willingly surrendered the world No.1 tag after the Springboks' 33-16 defeat at the hands of Dave Rennie's All B…

Ned Lester

22 Aug 2026, 11:35

'Serious shift': All Blacks MOTM reflects on 17-point Ellis Park triumph

The All Blacks were vastly improved in the second half, specifically in the scrum, where George Bower, Fletcher Newell, and Asafo …

Henry Lee

22 Aug 2026, 11:17

The Springboks got drunk on their own hype

Wellington, 2025. New Zealand beaten by a record score. 43-10. Thirty-six unanswered points in the second half. A brace for Chesli…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

22 Aug 2026, 11:05

Non-South Africa fans making same observation after Ellis Park loss

South Africa’s 33-16 defeat to the All Blacks at Ellis Park prompted a wave of reaction from rugby fans and pundits alike, with …

Ian Cameron

22 Aug 2026, 10:42

All Blacks player ratings vs Springboks | 1st Test Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry 2026

The visitors managed the second half expertly, while the Springboks were ill-disciplined and erratic defensively.

Opinion

Henry Lee

22 Aug 2026, 10:14

Springboks player ratings vs All Blacks | 1st Test Rugby's Greatest Rivalry 2026

Springboks player ratings: South Africa started Rugby's Greatest Rivalry in disastrous fashion, losing 33-16 to the All Blacks on …

Opinion

Josh Raisey

22 Aug 2026, 10:06

All Blacks win instant classic to open Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test series

Even by Ellis Park standards, Saturday evening's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test series opener was a raw and vicious encounter.

Ned Lester

22 Aug 2026, 10:05

Ardie Savea: Playing the Springboks 'takes you to places where you question yourself'

Ardie Savea is back in the All Blacks camp and is "hungry to get going" after two weeks of rest, during which he watched his team…

Ned Lester

21 Aug 2026, 9:50

Coach Stick: Why Paul de Villiers is 'the right person' to face All Blacks

Paul de Villiers will start for the Springboks in his first game against the All Blacks, stepping in for talismanic leader Siya Ko…

Ned Lester

21 Aug 2026, 8:17

World Rugby ranking top-spot on the line in RGR but there is a caveat

South Africa and New Zealand not only battling for supremacy on the field but also for top spot bragging rights in the World Rugby…

Ian Cameron

21 Aug 2026, 6:29

Rassie's tribute to Damian de Allende ahead of 100th Sprinboks Test

Damian de Allende's name will enter the hallowed halls of Springboks history once again this weekend, when the 34-year-old runs ou…

Ned Lester

20 Aug 2026, 23:18

Will Jordan: 'There's been a switch flipped' in All Blacks camp for first Boks Test

Will Jordan says the All Blacks have clicked into Test match mode ahead of the first of four games against the Springboks at Ellis…

Ned Lester

20 Aug 2026, 11:01

Rassie labels All Blacks reserve a 'monster', praises Kiwi innovation

Rassie Erasmus has shared his expectations of the lineout battle in this weekend's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test series opener, hi…

Ned Lester

20 Aug 2026, 10:35

'I'm not going to play mind games': Rennie sidesteps 'pressure' question

Dave Rennie has refused to play the "who's under more pressure" game ahead of the first Test in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry serie…

Ned Lester

20 Aug 2026, 7:39

'We could have selected him': Erasmus explains Siya Kolisi decision

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed that captain Siya Kolisi was available to face the All Blacks this weekend at …

Josh Raisey

20 Aug 2026, 7:18

Rassie Erasmus names Bok team to face All Blacks with one surprise omission

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has named his squad to face the All Blacks on Saturday at Ellis Park in the first match of …

Josh Raisey

20 Aug 2026, 4:53

Bok-great's prediction for RGR series doesn't bode well for All Blacks

Gary Teichmann has delivered a verdict that All Blacks supporters won't enjoy hearing ahead of the Test segment of the inaugural G…

Ian Cameron

20 Aug 2026, 3:47

Who is best equipped to strike first in the Greatest Rivalry showdown?

Are the world champion Springboks or new-look All Blacks in pole position to win their hugely anticipated first Test on Saturday?

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Nick Bishop

20 Aug 2026, 1:07

Ex-All Black captain Read says Argentina gave the 'blueprint' for Boks

Ex-All Black captain Kieran Read believes that Argentina provided the blueprint for beating the Springboks in Buenos Aires a fortn…

Ben Smith

19 Aug 2026, 16:44

All Blacks and Springboks agree to drawn series scenario

The Springboks and All Blacks have agreed that in the event of a drawn series in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour, there will be …

Ned Lester

19 Aug 2026, 9:33

Jake White: I urge Rennie to make a huge call that won't go down well in NZ

The hours are counting down to the first Test in Johannesburg and whisper it, but the portents are shaping up well for the All Bla…

Opinion

Jake White

19 Aug 2026, 6:20

The Ireland tactic the All Blacks are likely to deploy against Springboks

Will Jordan has offered a detailed insight into a quirk in the All Blacks' attack which is likely to feature against the Springbok…

Ned Lester

19 Aug 2026, 5:13

All Blacks great accuses Rassie Erasmus of 'conspiracy'

Former All Blacks wing John Kirwan has suggested that South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus instructed the provincial sides to "n…

Josh Raisey

19 Aug 2026, 3:40

Rennie highlights three 'key metrics' the Boks have the world beat in

Dave Rennie's analysis of the Springboks has confirmed that Rassie Erasmus' men are world leaders in "a lot of key metrics", with …

Ned Lester

19 Aug 2026, 2:50

Malcolm Marx: 'That’s in the past and we've got to deal with what is now in front of us'

Reigning World Rugby player of the year Malcolm Marx has downplayed the significance of South Africa's record win over the All Bla…

Josh Raisey

19 Aug 2026, 2:48

‘Score one try against the All Blacks and your life is made’: Three great Springbok tries v NZ

Thinus Delport, Richard Bands and Ricky Januarie all achieved rugby immortality with career-defining tries against New Zealand.

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Daniel Gallan

19 Aug 2026, 1:07

'I guess they've earned that arrogance': Ex-All Black on Springboks supporters

Ex-All Black Justin Marshall has responded to the Springbok supporters laying claim to the favourites tag ahead of the Rugby's Gre…

Ned Lester

18 Aug 2026, 21:25

Dave Rennie reveals Rassie Erasmus turned down pre-match meeting with officials

All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie revealed that the coaches will not be having any pre-match meetings with the match officials aft…

Ben Smith

18 Aug 2026, 14:07

The veteran All Blacks' Ellis Park message ringing in Peter Lakai's ears

Saturday night in Johannesburg looms as a potential first opportunity to square off with the Springboks for rising All Blacks star…

Ned Lester

18 Aug 2026, 8:33

Bok coach publicly raises alarm over illegal All Blacks acts 'the franchises weren't happy with'

Springboks assistant coach Felix Jones has raised concerns over the legality of the All Blacks' tactics after receiving feedback f…

Josh Raisey

18 Aug 2026, 8:00

Tana Umaga warns All Blacks against getting distracted by Boks' power

Tana Umaga says the All Blacks can ill afford to get absorbed by the Springboks' giant pack and lose sight of their backline threa…

Ned Lester

18 Aug 2026, 5:41

‘They look vulnerable’: Victor Matfield spots weakness ahead of Boks' first All Blacks clash

Former South Africa captain Victor Matfield has said that he "saw something" in the All Blacks' 50-19 win over the Bulls at the we…

Josh Raisey

18 Aug 2026, 5:40

'We all know how big this is': Erasmus' specific plea to Springbok fans

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus wants the Ellis Park crowd to remain quiet during the All Blacks’ Haka challenge before the…

Chris Jones

18 Aug 2026, 3:30

Josh Moorby reveals All Blacks’ expectations of Boks amid style debate

There's been a tense feel to the first Test week in the Republic, with both coaches responding to and discussing certain narrative…

Henry Lee

17 Aug 2026, 21:36

'Always three truths': Rassie Erasmus and Jaco Peyper respond to accusations of slowing the game

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus and technical consultant Jaco Peyper have responded to the narrative that the Springboks want…

Ben Smith

17 Aug 2026, 19:29

'We’re well aware': All Blacks coach Dave Rennie not phased by Springboks' scrum

Dave Rennie is confident that the All Blacks' forwards will match the Springboks at set piece time in the first Test at Ellis Park…

Ben Smith

17 Aug 2026, 18:53

Patrick Tuipulotu dismisses 'underdogs' tag ahead of Springboks showdown

Tuipulotu looms as a likely contender to feature in Dave Rennie's starting lineup for the first Test of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry a…

Henry Lee

17 Aug 2026, 17:51

Double RWC winner names his 'full metal jacket' Boks XV for All Blacks

Double World Cup-winning prop Steve Kitshoff has predicted the South Africa XV he expects Rassie Erasmus to name to take on the Al…

Josh Raisey

17 Aug 2026, 2:27

Steve Hansen: 'It doesn't matter' if Richie Mo'unga plays in South Africa

Sir Steve Hansen has weighed in on the All Blacks' decision to bring Richie Mo'unga into camp as a replacement for Billy Proctor, …

Ned Lester

17 Aug 2026, 0:50

'That’s what the All Blacks don’t have': Ex-Bok coach highlights Dave Rennie's issue

Former Springboks head coach Heyneke Meyer believes that the gulf in depth between the two sides will be the difference in the Gre…

Ben Smith

16 Aug 2026, 19:29

Predicted All Blacks' 23 to face the Springboks in the first Test

The All Blacks will name their team to face the Springboks on Thursday, with a number of players uncertain after injuries across t…

Opinion

Ben Smith

16 Aug 2026, 19:10

Noah Hotham called into All Blacks camp as prop departs

The 23-year-old has represented the All Blacks on three occasions.

Henry Lee

16 Aug 2026, 14:45

'I think the Springboks will see that' : How SA could expose the All Blacks

Johan Ackermann believes the All Blacks will face a vastly different challenge against the Springboks than the one they encountere…

Ian Cameron

16 Aug 2026, 4:09

Why the Springboks 'only started training as a full group late in the week'

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed why South Africa only assembled as a full training group late in the week as preparati…

Ian Cameron

15 Aug 2026, 8:22

JP Pietersen lifts lid on Nonu's role at Sharks and how the Boks will benefit

Sharks head coach JP Pietersen has praised legendary All Black Ma'a Nonu for the impact he has had on the younger members of the s…

Josh Raisey

11 Aug 2026, 8:54

Why Rassie will be happier than Rennie with early omens of Greatest Rivalry tour

A stop-start, set-piece-based game like the Stormers tour opener will not suit the All Blacks if the pattern extends into the Test…

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Nick Bishop

11 Aug 2026, 6:19

Matfield predicts Bok 10 call for All Blacks, but differs from Erasmus

Former South Africa captain Victor Matfield has predicted that Rassie Erasmus will start Manie Libbok at fly-half for the Springbo…

Josh Raisey

11 Aug 2026, 4:47

'The phoney war on the Greatest Rivalry tour is already gale-force in its intensity.'

A clash of styles is at the heart of The Greatest Rivalry and whoever prevails will set the tone for the short-term future of rugb…

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Nick Bishop

11 Aug 2026, 1:56

'Vulnerable': Steve Hansen warns Springboks over risky bench tactic

“I hear the commentators, ‘it’s changed the course of the game’, but you know that before you go in, I don’t think you c…

Henry Lee

10 Aug 2026, 20:42

'Clearly the number one': Springboks coach Erasmus shoots down Hanekom talk

Hanekom delivered a man-of-the-match performance in his second showing of the year after missing the entire 2025 season with injur…

Ben Smith

10 Aug 2026, 14:31

Ex-SA coach on the 3 things Springboks must fix before facing All Blacks

Nick Mallett has identified three areas South Africa can “definitely get better” in before facing the All Blacks, with the for…

Opinion

Josh Raisey

10 Aug 2026, 3:50

Rugby union's sniffiness around making money is exhausting

There has been a curious sniffiness around Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry, as if South Africa and New Zealand have committed some brea…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

10 Aug 2026, 3:37

Rennie reveals why Will Jordan and Tyrel Lomax are yet to feature in South Africa

When asked about the Sharks team selection methodology, Rennie pinpointed why three players won't feature in either of the first t…

Henry Lee

09 Aug 2026, 23:20

World Cup winner recalled into Springboks squad following injuries

Stormers flanker and Springbok Deon Fourie has been called into the Springboks ahead of the Greatest Rivalry series.

Ben Smith

09 Aug 2026, 20:32

Argentina vs Springboks takes: Hanekom better than Wiese, Boks' big names flopped

The Springboks came away with a 17-10 win in a tense defensive showdown that featured plenty of kicking from both sides.

Opinion

Ben Smith

08 Aug 2026, 20:57

Springboks dealt Siya Kolisi injury blow ahead of Greatest Rivalry Tour

Kolisi admitted that the Argentina Test was great preparation ahead of the four-Test series against the All Blacks.

Henry Lee

08 Aug 2026, 15:02

Argentina player ratings vs Springboks | International Rugby 2026

Felipe Contepomi would have gone into the sheds at half time as the happier coach, spending much of the first half ahead at the Es…

Opinion

Henry Lee

08 Aug 2026, 14:27

Springboks survive late scare as Hanekom stars in Argentina

South Africa survived a late-scare by Argentina to hang on for a 17-10 win in Buenos Aires on the back of an inspirational perform…

Ben Smith

08 Aug 2026, 14:23

Springboks wary of letting Argentinian crowd into game in Buenos Aires

Siya Kolisi and Mzwandile Stick have warned the Springboks they cannot afford to allow Argentina's passionate home support to infl…

Ian Cameron

08 Aug 2026, 3:31

Hansen and Jones predict same outcome in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour

Both Sir Steve Hansen and Eddie Jones have arrived at the same conclusion when predicting the four-Test section of the Rugby's Gre…

Ned Lester

07 Aug 2026, 22:49

Yaqeen Ahmed: The inside line on Bok prospect with the 'complete skill set'

Wynberg Boys’ High director of rugby Nic Groom believes the clash between the Stormers and New Zealand will provide the ultimate…

Interview

Rugby365

07 Aug 2026, 2:57

Feinberg-Mngomezulu: What people 'don't understand' about Boks' 10 contest

With his ankle issue now in the rearview, the 24-year-old has the opportunity to further his ascension, and he can do so against t…

Ned Lester

04 Aug 2026, 23:22

All Blacks tour of South Africa is a fact-finding mission for next year

I wonder who else remembers that game. You should do, given how much we bang on about the All Blacks’ run of unbeaten games at E…

Opinion

Hamish Bidwell

04 Aug 2026, 20:19

Pressure mounting on Boks to 'blow this All Black team off the park'

New Zealand radio & media pundit Mark Watson believes that all the pressure is on the Springboks as expectations of a 4-0 series v…

Ben Smith

04 Aug 2026, 18:40

Rassie pumps brakes on rugby's attacking trend with World Cup prediction

Current projections suggest a high-scoring tournament is coming fans' way, with the recent block of July internationals featuring …

Ned Lester

04 Aug 2026, 18:12

Siya Kolisi returns to lead much-changed Springbok team in Buenos Aires

Rassie Erasmus has made 13 changes to the team that started the 43-0 win over Wales in round three of the Nations Championship in …

Jon Newcombe

04 Aug 2026, 11:19

Two Englishmen on referee panel for Greatest Rivalry Series

A four-strong referee panel has been named for the Gretest Rivalry Series, including the four provincial tour matches.

Jon Newcombe

04 Aug 2026, 3:01

South African rugby 'family secret' adds extra spice to Boks vs All Blacks series

Great rivalries need more than close matches. They need inherited grievance, disputed memories and old wounds that can be pressed …

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

04 Aug 2026, 2:01

All Blacks legend Zinzan Brooke's 'off-tour' concern ahead of Greatest Rivalry Series

Brooke played for the All Blacks between 1987 and 1997, appearing in 58 Tests and scoring 195 points, made up of 42 tries and thre…

Exclusive

Chris Jones

04 Aug 2026, 1:01

All Blacks-Springboks series a battle of slow versus fast

Although they have fast athletes out wide, South Africa are playing a slow game with the ball, and you can assume they want it off…

Opinion

Ben Smith

03 Aug 2026, 22:43

'Remember, he's insurance': Richie Mo'unga firming as a back-up option for All Blacks

Ex-All Black winger Jeff Wilson believes that Richie Mo'unga has settled as an insurance option for the All Blacks during the Sout…

Ben Smith

02 Aug 2026, 19:05

'They’re going to double-team him': Ex-All Black captain Read identifies forward pack weakness

Former All Black captain Kieran Read has identified a tactical weakness in the forward pack that he believes will be exploited by …

Ben Smith

02 Aug 2026, 14:43

Rassie Erasmus insists Springboks 'on track' despite split squad and long flights

Rassie Erasmus believes the Springboks remain firmly on course in their preparations despite a demanding travel schedule and the c…

Ian Cameron

02 Aug 2026, 7:33

Jason Ryan reveals what makes Siale Lauaki a 'big ceiling' prospect

"Well, it is [a challenge], and you respect it, but you've got to take it head on. You got to do your job to enhance the jersey e…

Henry Lee

02 Aug 2026, 0:20

'Guys are going to get tired': Ex-Bok prop Kitshoff predicts 3-1 series win for South Africa

Former Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff has predicted a 3-1 series victory for South Africa over the All Blacks in the Greatest Riva…

Ben Smith

01 Aug 2026, 19:31

Five big-name Springboks return in 26-man squad for Argentina

Five big-name Springboks have all been included in a 26-man South Africa squad for next weekend’s Test against Argentina in Buen…

Ian Cameron

31 Jul 2026, 8:39

Boks edged out by France in Nations Championship 'power play' rankings

Using data from ITV Rugby statisticians, Hillsport Media, we've worked out which team is the most ruthless at punishing opposition…

Analysis

Jon Newcombe

31 Jul 2026, 6:00

The data shows Dave Rennie's All Blacks can test the all-conquering Springboks to the max

The Nations Championship statistics show a drastic change in New Zealand's game plan - one South Africa must work hard to contain.

LONG READ

Nick Bishop

30 Jul 2026, 4:47

All Blacks told to 'expect no mercy' as URC outfits baying for win over NZ

The All Blacks have been told to 'expect no mercy' as they embark on their first full tour of South Africa in 30 years.

Ian Cameron

30 Jul 2026, 1:55

Deep parallels to 2010 for the All Blacks ahead of South Africa

It was crisis mode for the All Blacks that triggered an introspective look at the team's tactics, selections and operations. From …

Opinion

Ben Smith

29 Jul 2026, 22:39

All Blacks coaches expecting chess-like series against Rassie's Boks

It won't just be the players going to battle over four Tests on the upcoming Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour, as the tour's unique s…

Ned Lester

29 Jul 2026, 18:15

Springboks add prop to squad for Argentina and Greatest Rivalry series

Rassie Erasmus has increased the size of his Springboks squad to 44 players, following the addition of prop Ntuthuko Mchunu.

Jon Newcombe

27 Jul 2026, 4:10

ITV remains the home of the Men's Rugby World Cup in the UK

All 52 matches from Men's Rugby World Cup 2027 will be broadcast free-to-air in the UK.

Jon Newcombe

27 Jul 2026, 1:36

'Dupes is a good player': Why Ethan Blackadder was recalled to All Blacks and Kirifi missed out again

The announcement of the 44-man touring squad to South Africa featured a number of surprises in the loose forwards including Crusad…

Ben Smith

26 Jul 2026, 21:05

Dave Rennie adds three possible debutants to 44-man squad for South Africa

“We are thrilled for those players who will have the opportunity to pull on the All Blacks jersey for the first time, and welcom…

Henry Lee

26 Jul 2026, 17:00

Wallabies are the hottest ticket in town as Nations Championship pulls in the fans

In all, eight countries played their part in delivering the southern hemisphere series of The Nations Championship.

Francisco Isaac

26 Jul 2026, 6:00

'Can only live off reputation for so long': Ex-Bok coach questions Eben Etzebeth's place in side

Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth is under pressure to retain his place in the top Springbok side after a long stint of the sidelines.

Ben Smith

25 Jul 2026, 19:20

Fissler Confidential: James O'Connor deal close; French points-machine in big demand

James O’Connor is understood to be set to return to Western Force to finish his career where it began, when he became the younge…

Neil Fissler

25 Jul 2026, 7:00

Nine players whose stock rose massively this July in Nations Championship

Trends, stocks, bonds, and rising values. Terms more commonly linked to economics, yet appropriate in this context, as many player…

Opinion

Francisco Isaac

25 Jul 2026, 4:00

Eight possible bolters for the All Blacks' 44-man squad to tour South Africa

The others, though, are up for debate, with the coaching staff weighing up whether to go for a 6-4 split of forwards to backs, or …

Opinion

Henry Lee

24 Jul 2026, 14:35

Seven Nations Championship stars who got their start in SVNS

RugbyPass gives you seven of the biggest stars in World Rugby who got their start in the shorter format of the game.

Nick Wasiliev

24 Jul 2026, 1:58

Springboks fans have never been humble

Springboks fans have never been humble... A few years ago, Henry Pollock told me that he wanted to be “spoken about as a great o…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

23 Jul 2026, 5:31

A major nation is absent from our 11 player Nations Championship stats topper list

With everyone patiently awaiting the November window for the Nations Championship, there's no better time to break down the statis…

Francisco Isaac

23 Jul 2026, 2:15

Why the Springboks' rush defence won't bother the All Blacks

On the Boks' defence not being what it once was, the Springboks conceded five tries and 31 points to the Barbarians, three tries a…

Opinion

Ben Smith

22 Jul 2026, 0:26

'Boks will come with the same game plan': Schalk Burger predicts Wellington repeat for All Blacks

Former Springboks flanker Schalk Burger has predicted that South Africa will replicate their Welllington game plan when they face …

Ben Smith

21 Jul 2026, 14:48

Nations Championship: Debutants who seized their chance on road to RWC 2027

Over 40 players from 11 different teams were handed first caps across the first three rounds of the inaugural global competition.

Analysis

Jon Newcombe

21 Jul 2026, 6:00

Losses to the Springboks will be a learning experience, not a disaster

What’s more, after the really strange and underwhelming Scott Robertson era, I think these players actually want to be coached a…

Opinion

Hamish Bidwell

20 Jul 2026, 20:24

Contest or no contest? The eternal struggle between the Springboks and All Blacks

As Dave Rennie's new attacking ethos takes shape, Rassie Erasmus wants to ensure the grunt and skill of a true set-piece battle do…

LONG READ

Nick Bishop

20 Jul 2026, 10:07

All Blacks assistant outlines attack's next evolution with more 'variety'

But without getting ahead of himself, Blair told media in Auckland on Sunday morning that the coaching staff felt their side produ…

Henry Lee

20 Jul 2026, 1:22

'Don't have the size': Tupou Vaa'i favoured to play blindside against the Springboks

Ex-All Blacks Jeff Wilson and Justin Marshall believe that Tupou Vaa'i has secured the No.6 jersey to face the Springboks based on…

Ben Smith

19 Jul 2026, 15:29

All Blacks dominate our Nations Champions third round team of the week

The July window of the Nations Championship has come and gone, with teams having already packed their bags to return home, giving …

Opinion

Francisco Isaac

19 Jul 2026, 11:38

The Rassie Erasmus verdict on Vusi Moyo and a wider Boks report card

Rassie Erasmus handed the Springboks a positive report card after their 43-0 victory over Wales in Durban, praising Vusi Moyo's co…

Ian Cameron

19 Jul 2026, 3:55

The Springboks may have just found their skeleton key

After a succession of penalties, Wales are camped inside South Africa’s 22. It is the 50th minute of a game the Springboks have …

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

19 Jul 2026, 3:21

Steve Tandy: 'You’re coming up against the best team'

Steve Tandy admitted Wales can not yet avoid pain on the Test stage after being nilled by South Africa for the second time in eigh…

19 Jul 2026, 1:14

What Rennie wants the most from the tour to South Africa and Springboks Test series

The All Blacks have started the new era under Dave Rennie with three wins from as many Test matches, but the next challenge will b…

Ben Smith

18 Jul 2026, 16:33

Sloppy Springboks overpower Wales to top Nations Championship table

South Africa had won their previous meeting 73-0 in November when Wales suffered their heaviest home loss.

18 Jul 2026, 10:39

Springboks player ratings vs Wales | Nations Championship 2026

South Africa player ratings: South Africa made it three from three in the Nations Championship with a seven-try 43-0 win over Wal…

Opinion

Josh Raisey

18 Jul 2026, 10:26

Wales forced into late change ahead of Springboks clash

Wales wing Josh Adams has been withdrawn from the squad shortly before their clash with South Africa in Durban in round three of t…

Josh Raisey

18 Jul 2026, 7:42

Louis Rees-Zammit makes candid admission about return to rugby

.The 25-year-old speedster finishes his first season back in rugby after an 18-month spell in the NFL on Saturday when Wales meet …

17 Jul 2026, 6:52

Christopher Hilsenbeck on the decision to play for the country 'of his birth'

The Eagles are soaring high after victories over Portugal and Zimbabwe in the first two rounds of the Nations Cup, putting them in…

Interview

Francisco Isaac

17 Jul 2026, 4:02

The World Rankings prize at stake if Ireland conquer All Blacks' fortress

Thirty-two years and 52 matches have passed since New Zealand were last beaten at Eden Park.

Jon Newcombe

17 Jul 2026, 3:22

Jake White: Test rugby has changed a lot since I was Bok coach

I’ve been on a hunting trip into the bush this week. It’s given me plenty of pause for thought about rugby’s direction of tr…

Opinion

Jake White

16 Jul 2026, 4:20

Vusi Moyo: Why has a 20-year-old with barely any senior rugby been trusted to start at No.10 for South Africa?

The Springboks' new fly-half has played one game of senior rugby but his coaches are confident he will swiftly 'make you believe'.

LONG READ

Daniel Gallan

16 Jul 2026, 4:15

LRZ back in one of six changes as Wales get huge relief for Bok challenge

Louis Rees-Zammit has been recalled as one of six changes to the Wales starting XV for Saturday's Nations Championship clash with …

Josh Raisey

16 Jul 2026, 1:35

Cobus Reinach's 'not an individual sport' message to Bok debutant

Reinach, who came on in the 51st minute of that Cardiff cake walk, has been practising with Moyo and is confident the partnership …

Chris Jones

15 Jul 2026, 7:43

Stage set for Faf de Klerk return against the Lions

South Africa scrum-half Faf de Klerk is set to make his Cheetahs debut this Sunday in round one of the Currie Cup against the Lion…

Josh Raisey

15 Jul 2026, 3:40

Did Scotland show Dave Rennie's All Blacks how to beat the Boks?

South Africa didn’t lose but the way Scotland breached their defence has given the New Zealand coach an invaluable template for …

LONG READ

Nick Bishop

15 Jul 2026, 0:36

Where Are They Now? When Charlie Hodgson bent it like Beckham

England and Argentina are set to face each other in football and rugby three days apart this week, bringing back memories of the s…

Neil Fissler

14 Jul 2026, 8:38

Wales fly in reinforcements ahead of daunting Springboks challenge

Hooker Elliot Dee and second-row Freddie Thomas have joined the Wales camp ahead of their clash with the world champions South Afr…

Josh Raisey

14 Jul 2026, 6:07

Boks' rivals hailed as 'the team to beat at next year's World Cup' by 2007 winner

South African World Cup winner Victor Matfield has claimed only three teams can win the World Cup next year – the Springboks, th…

Josh Raisey

14 Jul 2026, 2:30

Rassie Erasmus names 4 Bok debutants to play Wales, including two 20-year-olds

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has made 10 changes to his starting XV for their clash with Wales this Saturday in Durban f…

Josh Raisey

13 Jul 2026, 3:06

All Blacks coach shares Scott Barrett, Fabian Holland update ahead of SA tour

Barrett didn't feature at all for the Crusaders in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season, having an extended non-playing sabbatical …

Henry Lee

12 Jul 2026, 22:33

Erasmus details timeline for Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's Bok return

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has provided an update on the timeline for Sacha Fienberg-Mngomezulu's Springbok return.

Ben Smith

12 Jul 2026, 15:22

Toxic Springboks fans miss the point in struggle session against Scotland

Damian Willemse doesn’t have the stopping power of most elite centres. The Springboks’ lock depth is not quite as bottomless a…

Daniel Gallan

12 Jul 2026, 6:16

Sione Tuipulotu describes what it's like playing Boks away from home for the first time

Sione Tuipulotu believes the resilience Scotland displayed against South Africa on their own patch will stand them in good stead f…

12 Jul 2026, 5:58

England and the All Blacks dominate our Nations Championship team of the week

With another round of the Nations Championship now behind us, it is time to delve into the team-of-the-week territory.

Opinion

Francisco Isaac

12 Jul 2026, 4:33

Fissler Confidential: Stormers in talks with Bok, wandering Wallaby's new home?

The Lions have agreed a deal to sign towering lock JP du Preez as they look to replace Darrien Landsberg, who is bound to join Exe…

Exclusive

Neil Fissler

12 Jul 2026, 3:59

3 up, 6 down as World Rankings get shaken up

England, Japan and Spain will all have improved positions when the rankings are officially updated at 12pm on Monday (BST).

Jon Newcombe

12 Jul 2026, 2:44

Rassie Erasmus takes gentle dig at England following win over Scotland

Rassie Erasmus has defended a bold selection policy after a much-changed Springbok side survived a chaotic 42-28 victory over Scot…

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2026, 13:32

What Gregor Townsend would 'like to think' the Boks feel after facing Scotland

Gregor Townsend was convinced his swashbuckling Scotland side were on the brink of an historic result in South Africa before being…

11 Jul 2026, 13:13

Scotland player ratings vs South Africa | Nations Championship 2026

Scotland player ratings: Scotland’s hopes of a first ever win over the Springboks in South Africa - and first against the world …

Opinion

Bryn Palmer

11 Jul 2026, 11:05

South Africa pushed all the way in Pretoria by Scotland

Gregor Townsend’s resurgent side made the Springboks fight to the end for their victory.

11 Jul 2026, 10:52

Springboks player ratings vs Scotland | Nations Championship 2026

Springboks player ratings: The blistering start from Rassie Erasmus' men suggested this might be a long afternoon for Scotland as …

Opinion

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2026, 10:36

Springboks forced into last minute change for Scots

The Springboks have been forced into a late change ahead of their Test against Scotland after Canan Moodie was ruled out.

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2026, 8:28

England player ratings vs Fiji | Nations Championship 2026

England player ratings: England recorded their first win in six Test matches, and only their second of 2026, with a resounding 73-…

Opinion

Josh Raisey

11 Jul 2026, 8:20

World Cup-winning All Blacks boss runs through blueprint to beat Boks

Former All Blacks boss Steve Hansen has revealed his blueprint for beating South Africa, insisting opponents need to take away the…

Josh Raisey

09 Jul 2026, 8:24

Jake White: The brutal truth that could decide the 2027 World Cup

First off this week, I’m going to say hats off to the organisers for making the Nations Championship happen. I know it wasn't ea…

Opinion

Jake White

09 Jul 2026, 7:07

'Rugby's old, muscular truth has survived its new, cerebral jargon'

The thrilling opening round of Nations Championship fare proved big men making hard yards remains a vital part of an ever-evolving…

LONG READ

Daniel Gallan

09 Jul 2026, 5:54

The Gregor Townsend verdict on the Springboks and the challenge Scotland face

Gregor Townsend has challenged his Scotland players to deliver a performance that gives them a fighting chance of glory in one of …

09 Jul 2026, 3:46

New TMO hub could be just what the doctor ordered – Andy Goode

World Rugby’s new TMO hub is what we’ve been crying out for since I can remember and we can only hope leagues around the world…

Opinion

Andy Goode

09 Jul 2026, 1:20

Finn Russell one of two Lions returning to Scotland XV for Boks

Finn Russell returns to the Scotland side as one of three changes to the starting XV for Saturday’s Nations Championship clash w…

09 Jul 2026, 1:14

England talisman and Fijian illusionist top Nations Championship stats after round 1

The 12 best national teams in rugby have been pitted against one another in the new Nations Championship, and while rugby is proud…

Analysis

Ned Lester

08 Jul 2026, 19:52

Richard Wigglesworth is clear on what England need to fix for Fiji

The pressure on head coach Steve Borthwick dialled up further on Saturday as South Africa turned on the power at Ellis Park to eme…

08 Jul 2026, 1:09

Paul Williams: 'The Nations Championship is right up there with any of the summer blockbusters.'

A new competition takes time to bed in but the signs with the Nations Championship were of a tournament that will soon become a fa…

LONG READ

Paul Williams

07 Jul 2026, 7:46

'I think he's probably the most underrated player in world rugby': Victor Matfield

South Africa great Victor Matfield has described Springboks centre Damian de Allende as "probably the most underrated player in wo…

Josh Raisey

07 Jul 2026, 3:33

England forced into two squad changes as fallout from Bok loss continues

Northampton Saints loosehead prop Emmanuel Iyogun and Harlequins back-row Chandler Cunningham-South have been called into the Engl…

Josh Raisey

07 Jul 2026, 3:00

Josh Adams: What Wales 'can’t get hung up on' ahead of Boks and Los Pumas

Josh Adams believes Argentina and South Africa will face a far better Wales than they did last year.

06 Jul 2026, 6:43

Springboks make 10 changes for Scotland as Rassie swings selection axe

Rassie Erasmus has rung the changes for the Springboks' Nations Championship clash against Scotland in Pretoria, making 10 alterat…

Ian Cameron

06 Jul 2026, 3:28

Six Boks make our Nations Championship team of the week - Round 1

No one could have asked for a better start to the Nations Championship, which, in its opening round, offers some of the best Test …

Francisco Isaac

06 Jul 2026, 2:37

The real Bok man of the match against England was glaringly obvious

There was a moment at the end of South Africa’s 45-21 demolition of England that brought to mind the most infamous Oscars mix-up…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

06 Jul 2026, 1:46

'That's nonsense': Ex-Bok coach takes aim at Borthwick's Pollock decision

Former Springboks head coach Nick Mallett has criticised Steve Borthwick's decision to play rising England star Henry Pollock from…

Ben Smith

05 Jul 2026, 17:41

Fin Smith offers scathing verdict on England loss to Boks

Fin Smith admitted England were “soft” in defence against South Africa as he offered an honest appraisal of the 45-21 mauling …

05 Jul 2026, 11:21

'Pathetic': England player targeted by Springboks fans in case of mistaken identity

In the lead-up to the Springboks playing England in the opening round of the Nations Championship, the South African public had sp…

Ian Cameron

05 Jul 2026, 5:06

England face anxious wait over star injuries as Fiji plans up-in-air

England must contend with a developing back-three injury crisis as they attempt to halt their five-Test losing run when they clash…

05 Jul 2026, 4:13

World Rankings record equalled as Scotland overtake oldest rival

In scoring more points in a match against the Pumas on Argentinian soil than ever before, Scotland have moved up to fifth in the W…

Jon Newcombe

05 Jul 2026, 0:31

Rassie Erasmus details brutal South Africa injury list as doubt cast on 4 Springboks

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed a growing injury list after South Africa’s 45-21 Nations Championship victory over …

Ian Cameron

04 Jul 2026, 13:40

'Gutted' England star ruled out of tour as skipper admits area that 'let us down'

Steve Borthwick’s team lost their Nations Championship opener in Johannesburg.

04 Jul 2026, 13:03

The Rassie Erasmus 'don't think they were brilliant' verdict on two Springboks

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has said he gave Eben Etzebeth "as much chance as possible" to feature against England at E…

Josh Raisey

04 Jul 2026, 12:32

Steve Tandy wary of what is to come for Wales after Fiji win

04 Jul 2026, 11:38

England's 'absolute Achilles' heel' identified by centurion

Harlequins’ legend Danny Care admits that England’s yellow card peril is tying one hand behind their and they need to sort it …

Neil Fissler

04 Jul 2026, 11:24

England suffer fifth straight loss as familiar flaws return against Boks

The Springboks started strongly and had a two-man advantage in the closing stages.

04 Jul 2026, 11:01

Springboks player ratings vs England | 2026 Nations Championship

Rassie Erasmus's Springboks picked up where they left off in 2025 with a dominant 45 - 21 victory over England at Ellis Park.

Opinion

Philip Bendon

04 Jul 2026, 10:35

England player ratings vs Springboks | Nations Championship 2026

England player ratings: South Africa condemned England to their fifth Test loss in a row with a 45-21 win at Ellis Park in the Nat…

Opinion

Josh Raisey

04 Jul 2026, 10:34

Springboks pull Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth before England clash

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has been withdrawn from the squad ahead of Saturday's clash with England at Ellis Park, alongside…

Josh Raisey

04 Jul 2026, 6:24

George Furbank withdrawn from England squad hours before Springboks clash

George Furbank has been withdrawn from England's matchday squad just hours before taking on South Africa at Ellis Park in their op…

Josh Raisey

04 Jul 2026, 2:15

'We’ve analysed them': The Siya Kolisi verdict on Borthwick's England

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi insists only the Springboks’ best performance will be enough to dispatch England at Ellis Park.…

03 Jul 2026, 8:54

Ollie Chessum reckons Boks 'prepared' for teammate who smashed Pieter-Steph du Toit

Ollie Chessum insists England are eager to test themselves against the best when they collide with South Africa at Ellis Park on S…

03 Jul 2026, 8:48

There's only one position where England look stronger than Boks – Andy Goode

There may be just one position where England look stronger than South Africa on paper but if they can play with the freedom of und…

Andy Goode

03 Jul 2026, 6:52

Steven Kitshoff: ‘Every scrum is an opportunity to have a full go at the opposition’

Double World Cup winner Steven Kitshoff takes us inside the mindset of the South African scrum... and why losing to England "just …

LONG READ

Daniel Gallan

03 Jul 2026, 5:42

SA Rugby statement: 'Misinformed' reporting on England at Ellis Park

SA Rugby have hit out at the misreporting of the projected ticket sales at Ellis Park for the visit of England in the first round …

Ian Cameron

03 Jul 2026, 3:37

England have come for a fight: this is how they can turn the odds on the Springboks

While some Bok fans are predicting an English humiliation, Rassie Erasmus is all too aware of the threats the tourists pose his wo…

LONG READ

Nick Bishop

03 Jul 2026, 1:27

Henry Pollock branded 'public enemy number one' in South Africa

England star Henry Pollock is being backed by Steve Borthwick to come out smiling if targeted by South Africa’s giant forwards i…

02 Jul 2026, 10:59

Henry Pollock misses out on England XV to take on Springboks

Henry Pollock has missed out on Steve Borthwick's starting XV to face South Africa on Saturday at Ellis Park in the opening round …

Josh Raisey

02 Jul 2026, 6:00

'This isn’t some David and Goliath contest. SA cannot be regarded as a free shot for England’

Even if they are playing the world champions in their own backyard, this should be feet against the flames time for Steve Borthwic…

LONG READ

Neil Squires

02 Jul 2026, 5:20

Jake White: Henry Pollock reminds me of many Springbok legends

I was watching some Test cricket the other day, specifically the England versus New Zealand. My interest was piqued because ever s…

Opinion

Jake White

01 Jul 2026, 9:30

Alex Coles puts positive spin on Maro Itoje's England absence

With captain rested this summer, Coles believes players should seize the opportunity to shine.

01 Jul 2026, 7:00

Nations Championship: 'The data shows the north has finally caught up with the south'

A Six Nations statistical deep dive suggests the European nations are no longer trailing their Rugby Championship counterparts.

LONG READ

Nick Bishop

01 Jul 2026, 1:42

Losing to Henry Pollock would be unbearable

There is no brandy and Coke mix strong enough for what would happen if Henry Pollock wins at Ellis Park.

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

01 Jul 2026, 1:41

Rassie Erasmus pipped by fierce rival in Nations Championship win percentages

While Dave Rennie is just about to start his tenure as head coach of the All Blacks, Rassie Erasmus will draw level with Jake Whit…

Analysis

Jon Newcombe

30 Jun 2026, 8:30

England's Seb Atkinson downplays South Africa's legendary fear factor

De Allende has been a mainstay of South Africa’s successive World Cup triumphs.

30 Jun 2026, 4:16

'It's a bad injury': Elrigh Louw called up as Springbok injury crisis worsens

Bulls back-row Elrigh Louw has been called into the South Africa squad following a hamstring injury to second-row Riley Norton whi…

Josh Raisey

30 Jun 2026, 2:25

Bought not built: Rassie's importing has sacrificed the identity of Bok rugby

The suggestion was that the Springboks remain 'pure' as they have no foreign-born players in the team, unlike other nations. Well,…

Opinion

Ben Smith

29 Jun 2026, 21:30

'Your brain picks up there's less oxygen... it hits you from the start' - but does altitude still really matter?

The sign at the Loftus Versfeld tunnel mouth has stood there for years, but as rugby evolves, does altitude still offer a great ad…

LONG READ

Daniel Gallan

29 Jun 2026, 10:59

Ben Earl: England ‘focusing on ourselves’, not South Africa players’ reputations

Ben Earl insists England are focused on winning with style rather than on South Africa’s reputations when the rivals clash at El…

29 Jun 2026, 10:21

Rassie Erasmus doubles down on Henry Pollock verdict

South Africa boss Rassie Erasmus views Henry Pollock as England’s dangerman heading into Saturday’s Ellis Park collision.

29 Jun 2026, 9:52

Springboks' place at top of world rankings comes under threat

Having seen their position at the top of the World Rugby Men's Rankings protected since mid-September, through the Quilter Nations…

Jon Newcombe

29 Jun 2026, 7:01

'That will certainly add to our motivation this week': Rassie Erasmus

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus believes landmark occasions for Cheslin Kolbe and Damian Willemse will provide an extra inc…

Josh Raisey

29 Jun 2026, 3:25

England nemesis Pollard misses out as Rassie Erasmus names his Bok side

Cheslin Kolbe and Damian Willemse will both make their 50th appearances for South Africa on Saturday against England in Johannesbu…

Josh Raisey

29 Jun 2026, 2:38

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso can 'be the best winger in the world' says ex-Lions star

Anthony Watson is backing “uniquely freakish” England star Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to become the best wing in the world – if he…

28 Jun 2026, 4:34

The Steve Tandy verdict on Baa-Baas win as George North makes candid admission

Head coach Steve Tandy declared Wales’ win over the Barbarians a “brilliant hit-out” for their Nations Championship opener w…

27 Jun 2026, 11:58

Kieran Hardy identifies Bok who has ‘point to prove’ when Barbarians face Wales

Kieran Hardy feels Faf de Klerk “has something to prove” as he steps out of the Wales shadows for an Allianz Stadium duel with…

26 Jun 2026, 11:15

'He would definitely have a good look at what Pollock could be doing': Kitshoff

Former South Africa loosehead prop Steven Kitshoff has highlighted the importance of Felix Jones ahead of the Springboks' Nations …

Josh Raisey

25 Jun 2026, 10:00

'When he stood up in a meeting, the coaches would sit down... we didn't even need a coach'

Former South Africa utility back Francois Hougaard has described his former Springboks and Bulls team-mate Fourie du Preez as a "g…

Josh Raisey

25 Jun 2026, 8:00

The best rugby commentators and pundits of the season

The art of commentating and rugby punditry isn't easily learnt but this list of rugby luminaries are the best in the business

LONG READ

Paul Williams

25 Jun 2026, 4:22

Siya Kolisi on the 2018 Bok game against England that 'changed my life'

As Siya Kolisi prepares to lead the Springboks for the 72nd time in the Nations Championship opener against England in Johannesbur…

Chris Jones

25 Jun 2026, 3:00

The French star inspiring England 9 Jack van Poortvliet, and it's not Dupont

Jack van Poortvliet has revealed that Steve Borthwick is encouraging England to play with ambition – but the head coach is happy…

25 Jun 2026, 1:35

'No excuse': Handre Pollard receives a lashing from ex-Springboks head coach

Bulls flyhalf Handre Pollard has received stern feedback from former Bok coach Nick Mallett after the disappointing performance in…

Ben Smith

24 Jun 2026, 16:24

The time for specialist No.7s has come to an end

Now that a majority of the touring squads have been named, it has become clear that the role of the openside flanker, who wears th…

Opinion

John Ferguson

24 Jun 2026, 15:52

Two World Cup-winning Springboks to start for Barbarians against Wales

Faf de Klerk will captain the Barbarians when they take on Wales at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium on Saturday, a week after helping…

Josh Raisey

24 Jun 2026, 7:56

'It can’t be an excuse for us': England embrace 'massive challenge'

England depart for their summer tour on Wednesday with a no-excuses policy, despite embarking on a 25,000-mile itinerary spanning …

24 Jun 2026, 3:19

Borthwick’s ‘Burgess call’; Pollock to start? Chessum at six? Caluori unleashed? Five key issues from England squad

Can Janse van Rensburg win over doubters? Is it Pollock's time to start? Will England play three locks v Boks? Is Caluori ready?

LONG READ

Neil Squires

23 Jun 2026, 9:05

'If I were coaching him...': Rassie Erasmus likens Henry Pollock to Bok superstar

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has said that the only thing that counts regarding England back-row Henry Pollock is what h…

Josh Raisey

23 Jun 2026, 9:03

Faf de Klerk set for immediate international return after Springboks axe

South Africa scrum-half Faf de Klerk has been named in the Barbarians matchday squad to take on Wales at Twickenham's Allianz Stad…

Josh Raisey

23 Jun 2026, 4:00

Rassie Erasmus defends Bok star after 'worst player on the pitch' jibe

Rassie Erasmus has dismissed criticism of experienced outside half Handré Pollard after the 32-year-old struggled in the URC play…

Chris Jones

22 Jun 2026, 4:37

Henry Pollock: 'People can talk all they want... It doesn’t matter to me'

England star Henry Pollock has warned South Africa he will respond to any wind-up attempts by delivering on the field.

21 Jun 2026, 11:02

'I'm worried': Rassie Erasmus issues update on injured Bok

Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that Franco Mostert will undergo scans after the lock was forced off during the Springboks' 80-31 vic…

Ian Cameron

21 Jun 2026, 9:47

Five Springboks who may never play for South Africa again

The Springboks have named a 46-man squad for the 2026 Nations Championship that is as deep and as loaded as any Rassie Erasmus has…

Ian Cameron

21 Jun 2026, 5:44

Rassie Erasmus unveils six new faces in Springboks' Nations Championship squad

"All of the players with the exception of Embrose have been in our system in the last few seasons, so they know our structures wel…

Henry Lee

20 Jun 2026, 15:37

Imperfect South Africa enjoy early season tune-up against Barbarians

South Africa opened their 2026 season with a 12-try demolition of the Barbarians at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium...

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2026, 10:02

Springboks player ratings vs Barbarians | 2026

Springboks player ratings: The Boks kicked off their 2026 season with a tune-up against the Barbarians, but what looked like a rou…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2026, 8:08

‘South Africa A should not be viewed as a novelty. It should be the missing piece in the country's rugby ecosystem’

A regular SA A programme could provide meaningful fixtures for emerging nations as well as a bridge from franchise rugby to the Te…

LONG READ

Daniel Gallan

19 Jun 2026, 6:36

Major change introduced to world rankings in time for Nations Championship

Other than introducing penalties for inactive unions, the rankings have largely remained unaltered since they were first used, in …

Jon Newcombe

19 Jun 2026, 2:30

Genge: England team-mate can prove he's world's best in South Africa

England loosehead Ellis Genge has hailed his team-mate Joe Heyes as the best tighthead prop in the world, adding that he has the c…

Josh Raisey

18 Jun 2026, 8:49

11-cap Bok Gelant and van der Merwe to face countrymen in Barbarians clash

Former Springbok Warrick Gelant has been selected at full-back by Barbarians head coach Scott Robertson for Saturday's clash again…

Jon Newcombe

17 Jun 2026, 3:59

'We're trying to avoid that': Erasmus explains surprising selection call

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has said that past experiences with injuries influenced his decision to start Quan Horn at …

Josh Raisey

16 Jun 2026, 9:07

No.1 Springboks are third-best in the World Rankings record books

The Springboks will go into the inaugural Nations Championship in July sitting proudly at the top of the rankings, with a sizeable…

Analysis

Jon Newcombe

16 Jun 2026, 7:54

Rassie Erasmus: 'We have been very impressed'

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus and his coaching team have been "very impressed" by the influx of young players that have b…

Josh Raisey

16 Jun 2026, 7:19

Rassie Erasmus names two uncapped players in first Bok XV of 2026

South Africa's World Rugby Junior World Championship-winning captain from 2025, second-row Riley Norton, has been named in Rassie …

Josh Raisey

16 Jun 2026, 6:04

Rassie Erasmus calls up another lock into Springboks squad

Stormers lock Adre Smith has been added to the South Africa squad that are preparing to face Zimbabwe and the Barbarians in a doub…

Josh Raisey

15 Jun 2026, 1:51

Vital England quartet set to make Bok clash but no decision yet on Itoje

Any decision to give Itoje the summer off would be in recognition of a demanding year.

Josh Raisey

11 Jun 2026, 2:09

Kieran Read: All Blacks missing 'absolute belief' that Springboks possess

Former All Blacks captain Kieran Read has delivered his assessment of what teams possess the dangerous "absolute belief" that his …

Ned Lester

10 Jun 2026, 20:38

Springboks release Salmaan Moerat from camp with uncapped team-mate called up

La Rochelle-bound second-row Salmaan Moerat has been released from the South Africa squad due to injury and has been replaced by h…

Josh Raisey

10 Jun 2026, 5:33

Ireland or New Zealand? Who is really South Africa’s greatest rugby rival?

The testy triangle between the Springboks, All Blacks and Ireland will be alive and well for some time to come.

LONG READ

Nick Bishop

10 Jun 2026, 3:56

Is Tony Brown's move back to the All Blacks a sign of decreasing coaching talent?

Rugby now has a series of super coaches who move seamlessly from country to country but is there enough room for new up and coming…

LONG READ

Daniel Gallan

09 Jun 2026, 1:58

Steve Lancaster: 'We don't see this as a one in one out situation'

Dave Rennie, Mike Blair, Neil Barnes, Tana Umaga, and Jason Ryan are only contracted on 18-month deals ahead of the Rugby World Cu…

Henry Lee

09 Jun 2026, 1:40

Rassie Erasmus hails the 'remarkable difference' Tony Brown has made to Boks

Tony Brown has confirmed his All Blacks homecoming and will depart South Africa Rugby in 2027, doing so with Springboks head coach…

Ned Lester

08 Jun 2026, 23:21

Victor Matfield addresses the 'IP' question over Tony Brown's All Blacks move

Springbok great Victor Matfield says Tony Brown's move from the Springboks to the All Blacks following next year's Rugby World Cup…

Ned Lester

08 Jun 2026, 19:31

Former All Blacks weigh in on the timing of Tony Brown's appointment

"I would be absolutely surprised if there's any coach out there that doesn't want him, there's too much history there."

Henry Lee

07 Jun 2026, 17:42

Tony Brown to jump ship from Springboks to All Blacks

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has confirmed that Tony Brown will leave his role with South Africa to join the All Blacks coaching setup …

Ian Cameron

07 Jun 2026, 10:17

Rassie Erasmus unveils 21 uncapped players in expanded Springbok squad

“The coaches have been working around the clock to put the systems in place in the last few months, and the in-person and virtua…

Henry Lee

06 Jun 2026, 15:19

World Rugby confirm refs for Nations Championship as Luke Pearce gets big call

World Rugby have confirmed the match official appointments for the opening block of fixtures in the inaugural Nations Championship…

Ian Cameron

04 Jun 2026, 3:54

Rassie Erasmus and the Boks handed huge Nations Championship gift

Given the Springboks’ growing injury crisis, coach Rassie Erasmus has at last received some good news, with second rower Lood de…

Matt McILraith

04 Jun 2026, 1:56

Is defence going out of fashion? 'The trick now is how quickly you stop the bleeding'

Scoring is the name of the game, which is moving beyond defence coaches at an alarming rate of knots.

LONG READ

Nick Bishop

02 Jun 2026, 8:06

Springboks star likely to miss Nations Championship, All Blacks tour in doubt

Springboks star flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is set to be sidelined for three-to-six months after coming down with an ankle i…

Ben Smith

01 Jun 2026, 18:08

France has conquered and reconquered Europe. Can it reach its Mount Everest?

With their club teams so dominant in Europe and France Six Nations champions, can Fabien Galthié translate that into World Cup su…

LONG READ

Nick Bishop

27 May 2026, 0:33

'Fundamental shift in the game': World Rugby outline new six-year strategy

World Rugby has unveiled a new six-year strategy running through to 2031, built around a vision of “powering rugby, uniting the …

Ian Cameron

22 May 2026, 0:55

'It’s easy to talk now': Rassie Erasmus speaks after Bok alignment camp

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has said he is "happy" with the Springboks' latest alignment camp, but said the fruits of t…

Josh Raisey

21 May 2026, 8:17

'I got dished up': Thomas du Toit reveals toughest scrum opponent

Few contests in sport demand dark arts quite like the scrum, and nobody knows its toughest operators better than those who face th…

Ned Lester

20 May 2026, 23:13

'Different animal': Ex-All Black on the northern hemisphere's World Cup hopes

Labelling it a "different beast", Brad Thorn has warned northern hemisphere nations lead-up form counts for little ahead of next y…

AAP

19 May 2026, 14:42

'He might just be the big surprise that Rassie brings in this year': Victor Matfield

Legendary South Africa second-row Victor Matfield has tipped Northampton Saints lock JJ van der Mescht to take the injured RG Snym…

Josh Raisey

19 May 2026, 8:08

Rugby World Cup 2027 ticket application window now open

Fans can apply for tickets to the tournament in Australia during a two-week window from now until 18:00 AEST (09:00 GMT) Tuesday, …

Jon Newcombe

18 May 2026, 23:01

Lions statement: Springbok Asenathi Ntlabakanye hit with doping ban

South Africa's Lions have said that they will "deliberate on the appropriate next steps" after Springboks tighthead prop Asenathi …

Josh Raisey

14 May 2026, 3:24

Five elite rugby coaches who never played at an elite level

Do you need to have been a professional player to become a high-level coach? Well, for these five examples we're giving, they didn…

Analysis

Francisco Isaac

14 May 2026, 2:04

Rassie Erasmus names 10 uncapped players for latest 40-man Bok camp

Rassie Erasmus has named 10 uncapped players for South Africa's latest alignment camp, including U20 captain Riley Norton.

Josh Raisey

13 May 2026, 1:45

'You’re like: ‘These are some of the worst people in the world''- Mack Hansen

Connacht wing Mack Hansen has said that Ireland's growing rivalry with the All Blacks and South Africa "adds to the game".

Josh Raisey

12 May 2026, 8:12

'I can’t wait to get stuck into South Africa': New Zealand U20s on TRC decider

“Heartbreaking” was Finn McLeod’s frank summation of New Zealand’s defeat to South Africa in the final of last year’s Wo…

Interview

Adam Julian

08 May 2026, 19:50

'South Africans just hate the Irish': McCloskey on growing 'beef' with Boks

Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey believes South Africa's introduction into the United Rugby Championship has increased the "beef and…

Josh Raisey

08 May 2026, 5:35

South Africa U20 stick with winning formula for New Zealand decider

Junior Springboks coach Kevin Foote has adopted the 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' approach to his selections for the final rou…

Ned Lester

07 May 2026, 16:41

Why the Springboks home Test series suits the All Blacks and Dave Rennie

The introduction of Dave Rennie is key to the All Blacks making the most of this scheduling faux pas by the South Africans.

Opinion

Ben Smith

05 May 2026, 17:02

'You'll get beat': Sir Steve Hansen on Springboks series against All Blacks

Sir Steve Hansen has no doubt that the Springboks can be beaten in South Africa by the All Blacks on the upcoming Greatest Rivalry…

Ben Smith

02 May 2026, 16:47

Haashim Pead exclusive: 'I want to start my own foundation like Siya Kolisi'

One of the hottest prospects in world rugby outlines his Bok dreams, desire to give back and why the Lions are the right place for…

LONG READ

Jamie Lyall

01 May 2026, 3:58

Sergio Parisse leaves World Rugby panel as Grand Slam winner and Puma join

Former France scrum-half Dimitri Yachvili and former Argentina centre Marcelo Bosch have joined the voting panel for the World Rug…

Josh Raisey

27 Apr 2026, 4:00

SARU statement: Players 'face immediate expulsion' over rogue trials

The South African Rugby Union has issued a strong warning to players and agents over the promotion of unauthorised trial competiti…

Ian Cameron

24 Apr 2026, 6:22

SA Rugby confirm 2026 Toyota Challenge with 4 nations represented

South Africa Rugby has publicly announced that the Toyota Cheetahs, Suzuki Griquas and Airlink Pumas will be facing the likes of P…

Francisco Isaac

22 Apr 2026, 4:55

'Generational talent' Haashim Pead follows in Siya Kolisi's footsteps

Rising South African star Haashim Pead has been signed for Roc Nations Sports, the sports management agency created by Jay-Z.

Josh Raisey

16 Apr 2026, 3:08

A love letter to rugby union's most misunderstood artists

In 50 years’ time, when future rugby fans look back on the highest-scoring men’s Six Nations in history, what will be their st…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

09 Apr 2026, 9:40

Steve Borthwick loses long-time backroom ally to Springboks

The Springboks have hired former England, Scarlets and Ospreys staff member Joe Lewis as their performance analyst.

Jon Newcombe

30 Mar 2026, 5:00

'It's becoming easier for them': Neil Barnes sizes up Boks

New All Blacks senior assistant coach Neil Barnes has shared his view of the Springboks' success and his initial thoughts on the u…

Ned Lester

28 Mar 2026, 1:43

Nations Championship has already lit up London, 100 days before KO

Nelson's Column, one of the most iconic statues in London, if not the world, was lit up today to mark the '100 days to go' milesto…

Jon Newcombe

25 Mar 2026, 17:01

Gio Aplon fears Erasmus decision may see Boks suffer same fate as fallen football giants

Former South Africa full-back Gio Aplon has raised concerns over the long-term direction of South African rugby following the deci…

Josh Raisey

25 Mar 2026, 9:53

SA great names Boks' main RWC threat but flags huge area of weakness

Former South Africa captain Jean de Villiers has identified France as the Springboks' main threat to winning their third World Cup…

Josh Raisey

24 Mar 2026, 9:36

Rugby Championship U20 returns to South Africa as fixtures confirmed

SANZAAR has confirmed the third edition of The Rugby Championship U20 will see the event return to the Eastern Cape of South Afric…

Finn Morton

18 Mar 2026, 16:21

'I know how': Jake White eyes Test return and plots Springboks' downfall

Springbok World Cup-winning coach Jake White admits that he is ready to return to coaching and has unfinished business on the inte…

Interview

Neil Fissler

18 Mar 2026, 2:28

Argentina to launch bid to host Rugby World Cup 2035

The Argentina Rugby Union announced on Tuesday that it intends to officially bid for the hosting rights for Rugby World Cup 2035.

Jon Newcombe

18 Mar 2026, 1:39

What The Rugby Championship needs to do to rival the Six Nations

It was the greatest Six Nations in the competition's 26-year history. It might go down as the greatest rugby union tournament of a…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

17 Mar 2026, 6:32

Springbok recognition for uncapped PREM heavyweight JJ van der Mescht

Giant Northampton lock JJ van der Mescht is one of two uncapped overseas players to be invited to attend a virtual alignment group…

Jon Newcombe

17 Mar 2026, 5:43

Nations Championship fixtures and venues confirmed for November

Venues have been announced for all but four of the 18 matches in the Nations Championship 'Northern Series' scheduled to take plac…

Jon Newcombe

11 Mar 2026, 3:20

World Rugby Ranking winners from mad weekend weren't a Six Nations side

Scotland and Italy produced two of the most memorable wins in recent Guinness Six Nations history, yet neither side were rewarded …

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2026, 4:53

Rassie reviews first Bok alignment camp of 2026, 11 uncapped invitees

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has emerged from the Springboks' first alignment camp of 2026 feeling "comfortable" with the …

Ned Lester

07 Mar 2026, 1:34

Rassie Erasmus heavily implies England winning streak was padded

Rassie Erasmus knows what to expect from England. Steve Borthwick's men could arrive in South Africa in July, for the start of th…

Jan De Koning

05 Mar 2026, 6:29

Rassie's masterplan to future-proof Springboks for sustained success

By improving development pathways and accelerating youngsters' progress, South Africa are well placed to build on their recent suc…

LONG READ

Jon Cardinelli

04 Mar 2026, 23:32

The South African mindset England lack and how Borthwick can change that

Two weeks ago, as the wheels fell off at England’s home of rugby, Steve Borthwick hauled off his starting hooker before the half…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

04 Mar 2026, 7:52

Rugby World Cup 2027 presale hits 750,000 tickets at record pace

Rugby World Cup 2027 tickets are flying off the shelves at a record rate, with more than 750,000 sold to fans from 135 countries.�…

Ned Lester

03 Mar 2026, 17:00

Boks coach Tony Brown surprised by the position the ABs find themselves in

Respected former All Black fly-half and current Springbok assistant coach Tony Brown has expressed his shock at the decision to ax…

Jan De Koning

03 Mar 2026, 5:57

Faf de Klerk transfer saga nears completion with deal almost signed

Faf De Klerk is on the verge of completing a sensational move back to South Africa to join the Cheetahs after snubbing a return to…

Exclusive

Neil Fissler

03 Mar 2026, 5:44

Tony Brown addresses Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's form with words of advice to Bok

South Africa attack coach Tony Brown has advised struggling fly-half Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu to "use the players around you more…

Josh Raisey

03 Mar 2026, 3:52

Controversial ex-Bok winger Aphiwe Dyantyi signs for European club

Controversial ex-Springbok winger Aphiwe Dyantyi has a new club to call home, after it was confirmed that he has been signed by RC…

Ian Cameron

27 Feb 2026, 9:29

No change to laws as rugby stakerholders focus turns to fan experience

Global rugby leaders have agreed there will be no immediate changes to the laws of the game, as attention shifts towards improving…

Ian Cameron

27 Feb 2026, 2:02

Eben Etzebeth labelled 'fake tough guy' as Joe Marler names most feared player

Former England loosehead Joe Marler has named South African World Cup winner Bakkies Botha rugby's most feared player, describing …

Josh Raisey

26 Feb 2026, 2:23

Rassie Erasmus: 'I think we'll find a very desperate New Zealand team'

Rassie Erasmus and the Springboks management are working through what 2026's new-look Test calendar demands, what adjustments need…

Ned Lester

25 Feb 2026, 19:33

Frans Malherbe back on Springboks radar as first alignment squad is named

Rassie Erasmus has named his initial 49-man squad ahead of the first in-person Springbok 'alignment' camp, which will be held in C…

Jon Newcombe

25 Feb 2026, 0:43

Ex-All Blacks boss Scott Robertson's next role in rugby revealed

Robertson will get an early chance to avenge last year's record loss to the Springboks, which played a big part in his downfall as…

Jon Newcombe

24 Feb 2026, 2:50

Nations Championship venues confirmed with All Blacks putting record on the line

One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch, New Zealand, will be the stage for the first-ever Nations Championship fixture, with a he…

Josh Raisey

24 Feb 2026, 1:47

Mark Robinson: 'I want to make sure we focus on what our fans are really looking for.'

The ex-New Zealand rugby chief executive is coming into a wide-ranging role with World Rugby that will help him shape the future o…

LONG READ

Owain Jones

20 Feb 2026, 7:09

How training methods are changing with the rise of the hybrid player

Focusing on horizontal force, over vertical strength, has been one of the developments to help players effectively cover multiple …

LONG READ

Daniel Gallan

20 Feb 2026, 3:28

The Springbok inspiring Henry Arundell to become a more complete player

England’s hat-trick hero Henry Arundell has looked to South Africa star Cheslin Kolbe for inspiration in his drive to become a m…

08 Feb 2026, 5:20

12-year wait ended as major World Ranking change lands

Italy's 18-15 win over Scotland in rain-sodden Rome has resulted in the teams swapping places in the World Rugby Men's Rankings.

Jon Newcombe

08 Feb 2026, 2:41

World Rugby Chair shares Zimbabwe fans’ story that captures RWC spirit

World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson was stopped by a couple of Zimbabwe supporters before flying to Sydney on Tuesday.

Interview

Finn Morton

02 Feb 2026, 17:44

RWC 2027 schedule: 5 high-stakes matches on the road to the Round of 16

Within four days of the tournament kicking off in Perth on October 1st, all 24 participating nations will have taken to the field.

Jon Newcombe

02 Feb 2026, 13:45

Boks' title defence starts with top 10 clash: 2027 World Cup schedule released

World Rugby have announced the fixtures for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, with reigning champions South Africa getting th…

Josh Raisey

02 Feb 2026, 13:30

The Springboks' biggest critic might be right on this one

I hate to admit it, but Ben Smith has a point. “Signing big name Springbok stars is possibly the dumbest deal any overseas club …

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

30 Jan 2026, 2:23

'A dangerous thing': Rassie Erasmus issues sombre warning over Razor axing

New Zealand Rugby may have drawn a veil of silence over the Scott Robertson axing and the subsequent recruitment process, but the …

Jan De Koning

29 Jan 2026, 6:40

'If you’ve got that mindset, you shouldn’t be playing': Sam Wainwright

Sam Wainwright is relishing being back in the Wales fold after going from Test hero to spending over three years in the internatio…

29 Jan 2026, 3:29

World Rugby appoint ex-New Zealand CEO Mark Robinson to key new role

Robinson, who stepped down from his NZRU role at the end of last year, will join World Rugby in May, as its new Chief of Rugby.

Jon Newcombe

27 Jan 2026, 2:49

Fate has a beautiful gift coming for Rassie and the Boks

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus is chuffed that his new attack guru, Tony Brown, is staying put in South Africa until the 202…

Opinion

Ben Smith

26 Jan 2026, 18:54

The coaching conundrum part three: Time is running out for Australia and New Zealand

Rugby Australia has turned to league's Angus Crichton while there is no obviously earmarked candidate to become the new All Blacks…

LONG READ

Nick Bishop

26 Jan 2026, 14:08

The Rassie Erasmus verdict on England 159 days ahead of Nations Championship

The opening match of the historical Nations Championship tournament is shaping up to an epic showdown between two of the game's fi…

Jan De Koning

26 Jan 2026, 6:59

Nations Championship to be shown exclusively on free-to-air TV

ITV will become the undisputed home of international rugby in the UK until 2029, offering fans the most comprehensive free-to-air …

Jon Newcombe

26 Jan 2026, 1:00

Baltimore confirmed for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour finale

The eighth and final stop of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry 2026 tour has been confirmed: The All Blacks and Springboks are headed s…

Ned Lester

22 Jan 2026, 8:00

'Stages for history': Rugby World Cup 2027 venues revealed

Rugby World Cup 2027 continues to take shape with the announcement of the eight venues set to host the tournament across Australia…

Ned Lester

21 Jan 2026, 15:00

Tony Brown: 'I talked to Razor a couple of months ago about joining the All Blacks'

Tony Brown has shared some candid insights into his All Blacks ambitions and how the All Blacks' 2023 head coach appointment proce…

Ned Lester

21 Jan 2026, 13:17

New All Blacks captain, Fiji stun Scotland: 15 bold predictions for 2026

This writer has used a gut-feel approach, trying to predict 15 big-news stories for the 2026 club and international seasons.

Opinion

Finn Morton

19 Jan 2026, 21:41

‘Watch out the Springboks’: Sir John Kirwan reacts to Robertson’s exit

All Blacks great Sir John Kirwan has reminded fans of “the human factor” after New Zealand Rugby parted ways with head coach S…

Finn Morton

18 Jan 2026, 16:45

Springboks superstar misses out as SA Rugby Awards 2025 nominees confirmed

A number of Springboks have returned as SA Rugby confirmed the full list of nominees for this year's 2025 SA Rugby Awards.

Ian Cameron

16 Jan 2026, 5:23

Scott Robertson's win stats highlight weight of All Blacks expectation

Robertson, 51, began his tenure as head coach with unconvincing 16-15 victory over England in Dunedin in July 2024.

Jon Newcombe

16 Jan 2026, 3:19

Springboks fans are saying the same thing after Scott Robertson exit

New Zealand Rugby's decision to part ways with All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has sent shockwaves across the rugby world.

Josh Raisey

15 Jan 2026, 6:17

'It wasn’t the truth': Alex Mann speaks out over Eben Etzebeth incident

Wales back-row Alex Mann has spoken publicly for the first time about the Autumn Nations Series eye-gouging incident involving Ebe…

Ian Cameron

09 Jan 2026, 2:53

Long Covid-suffering Wasps legend helps England stars reach peak performance

A clinic in south-west London is increasingly becoming the go-to place for rugby players looking to optimise their performance and…

Exclusive

Jon Newcombe

07 Jan 2026, 3:07

Rugby referee 'Fearless Fred' Howard dies

Howard, from the Liverpool Rugby Referees' Society, was an international referee from 1983 to 1992, standing in for 20 Tests.

Jon Newcombe

06 Jan 2026, 23:02

'We should never forget': Former Bok great's warning on looming All Blacks series

Former Springboks fullback Percy Montgomery has warned South Africa about getting too complacent ahead of the historic Greatest Ri…

Ben Smith

06 Jan 2026, 15:54

Northern vs Southern: Who really won the battle of hemispheres in 2025

With the Nations Championship, the dawn of a new age for the Test Match arena is upon us, and with it the Northern vs Southern Hem…

Analysis

Francisco Isaac

30 Dec 2025, 23:20

The leading try-scorer in all 24 Rugby World Cup 2027 teams

With another year almost over, some records have fallen while others seem hellbent in refusing to budge, mainly when it comes to e…

Francisco Isaac

29 Dec 2025, 2:45

Top 10 Test points scorers of 2025: Sacha just fell short at the death

The 2025 Test calendar is officially in the books, and the final leaderboard of global point scorers paints a fascinating picture.…

Josh Raisey

25 Dec 2025, 4:00

Boks need more depth: 5 things on South Africa's Christmas wishlist

Santa has already given South African rugby so much this year. Sustained dominance at the top of the men’s rankings, a World Rug…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

24 Dec 2025, 4:00

Debuts from heaven and hell: All the newcomers to Test rugby in 2025

Rugby World Cup 2027 qualified teams handed debuts to well over 200 players this year, with varying degrees of success.

Jon Newcombe

24 Dec 2025, 2:30

All Blacks legend Brad Thorn on the family bond that led to Test coaching debut

During his lengthy and highly-decorated dual-code career, former All Blacks lock Brad Thorn was the epitome of resilience - a qual…

Exclusive

Jon Newcombe

23 Dec 2025, 4:37

Bomb Squad or Pom Squad? Rugby's best benches revealed

We assess which set of replacements had the biggest impact in the try-scoring stakes in 2025.

Jon Newcombe

22 Dec 2025, 3:00

Springboks recruit Lions coach for U20 set-up

Lions lineout coach Barend Pieterse is set to leave the United Rugby Championship outfit to join Kevin Foote's Junior Springboks c…

Josh Raisey

18 Dec 2025, 7:14

Dupont the GOAT, Roigard and Pollock rise: Bold Top 100 2026 predictions

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu was crowned the world’s best by RugbyPass journalists in the 2025 Top 100.

Opinion

Finn Morton

16 Dec 2025, 19:33

'The only thing he can improve’: Boks' one concern over SFM before RWC

Former Wales captain Dan Biggar has said "you can't find a weakness" in Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's general game, but has flagged …

Josh Raisey

16 Dec 2025, 7:07

Springboks rule the skies as access law leads to more kicking

South Africa are the world's best in many areas - including using kicking as a potent attacking weapon.

Analysis

Jon Newcombe

16 Dec 2025, 3:14

Lower tackle height to be trialled at World Rugby U20s in 2026

World Rugby will trial a lower legal tackle height at the sternum during the 2026 World Rugby U20 Championship in Georgia, marking…

Ian Cameron

15 Dec 2025, 3:18

Top 100 - Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu: 'I still need to prove myself for people to understand who I am'

The newly-crowned RugbyPass world’s best player of 2025 on his need to be understood and how he shapes his own reality.

LONG READ

Daniel Gallan

15 Dec 2025, 2:30

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu crowned world’s best in RugbyPass Top 100 2025

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has been crowned the best of the best in men’s rugby by RugbyPass journalists.

Finn Morton

15 Dec 2025, 1:22

All Black Cam Roigard among the big movers in RugbyPass Top 100

Cam Roigard is one of the big winners from the RugbyPass Top 100 2025 so far, with the All Blacks halfback rising more than 50 spo…

Finn Morton

14 Dec 2025, 16:12

Wallabies star Len Ikitau surges past World Cup winners in Top 100 rise

Len Ikitau has moved up more places than anyone else on the RugbyPass Top 100 in 2025, with the Wallabies centre rising 66 spots.

Finn Morton

13 Dec 2025, 19:30

Something all rugby fans need to remember... particularly Bok fans

It is said that comparison is the thief of joy, but try telling that to any sports fan. For supporters, comparison isn’t theft; …

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

11 Dec 2025, 9:28

The five centres behind Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii in RugbyPass Top 100 2025

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii shot up 14 places on the RugbyPass Top 100 in 2025, reflecting the code-hopper’s impressive first 12 month…

Finn Morton

10 Dec 2025, 17:09

'You've got more context now': Eben Etzebeth speaks out with 404-word message

South Africa lock has taken to social media to "owe everyone an explanation" after receiving a 12-week ban for gouging.

Josh Raisey

10 Dec 2025, 6:45

Henry Pollock beats Bok legend in Top 100 and SA fans respond in force

RugbyPass have announced the latest 20 players in their Top 100 countdown, with England's Henry Pollock capping a breakthrough yea…

Josh Raisey

10 Dec 2025, 4:16

All Blacks great suffers huge plummet in RugbyPass Top 100 in 2025

The countdown to discover RugbyPass' top men's player in the world for 2025 has begun with the launch of the Top 100 this week, …

Josh Raisey

09 Dec 2025, 7:55

Rated: The best and worst Springboks of 2025

From unsung heroes to emerging stars, there were plenty of good individual performances in 2025. But which player was rated the hi…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

09 Dec 2025, 6:30

'Beatable' Boks not the most dominant team ever: Jeremy Guscott

The England legend believes the current Springboks crop are not on a par with the two teams that lifted the Webb Ellis Cup before …

Opinion

Jon Newcombe

09 Dec 2025, 4:27

How the current Springboks compare to the 2015 All Blacks in final quarter dominance

The Springboks' use of tactical substitutions is more brazen than that of any other country. It has included emptying the entire b…

Analysis

Adam Julian

08 Dec 2025, 17:56

Test rugby has a new team after years of campaigning ends in 'landmark win'

At Rugby Europe's 107th General Assembly, the Gibraltar Rugby Football Union has been accepted as the 49th member of Rugby Europe.

Exclusive

Jon Newcombe

08 Dec 2025, 3:24

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