South African Rugby

Mallett: Springboks 45-21 Win Over England Flattered

Nick Mallett says the Springboks' 45-21 Nations Championship win over England masked a far tighter contest than the scoreline suggests. Here's why it matters.

Springboks Too Physical for England in Dominant Display

The Springboks overpowered England from the first whistle. Renaldo Bothma breaks down a dominant Bok performance and what England must fix.

Andre Esterhuizen Impact: Why the Bench Role Makes Sense

Renaldo Bothma explains why the Andre Esterhuizen impact off the bench could be the Springboks' smartest weapon against a tiring England side.

New Zealand Survives France Fightback in 34-32 Thriller

The All Blacks edged France 34-32 in a Nations Championship classic. Renaldo Bothma breaks down how New Zealand held on and what it means.

U13 Craven Week Results Day 4: WP Dominate

U13 Craven Week Day 4 results, 3 July 2026: Western Province thrash Eastern Province 73-7 as Griquas and Leopards also impress in Bloemfontein.

Grant Khomo Week Results Day 3: WP, Free State Shine

FNB U16 Grant Khomo Week Day 3 results: Free State thrash Border, WP edge Sharks 29-24 and EP upset Blue Bulls XV on 3 July 2026.

Kolisi Warns Springboks: England Will Bring Intensity

Siya Kolisi has rejected suggestions England's youth makes them a soft touch, warning the Springboks to expect full intensity at Ellis Park in 2025.

Manie Libbok Springboks Case: Beyond the Boot

Manie Libbok keeps facing the same tired criticism. Here's why SA rugby's Springbok flyhalf has long since silenced his doubters — stats and all.

Henry Pollock vs Springboks: England Got the Selection Wrong

Renaldo Bothma argues England made a selection mistake by benching Henry Pollock — the one player who could genuinely disrupt the Springboks.

Radradra Returns for Fiji vs Wales 2025 Nations Championship

Semi Radradra is back for Fiji's Nations Championship opener against Wales in Cardiff. Here's why his return spells real danger for the Welsh defence.

Henry Pollock Benched for Springbok Test 2025

England bench in-form flanker Henry Pollock for Saturday's Springbok Test. Will the cautious selection call cost them against the world champions?

Springbok Ticket Prices Slashed for England Test 2025

SA Rugby has cut Springbok ticket prices for Saturday's Nations Championship opener vs England at Ellis Park after slow early sales. Get in there.

Alex Coles on Kolisi Wisdom Before Springbok Test 2025

Alex Coles has sought advice from Siya Kolisi as he steps in for injured Maro Itoje against the Springboks. Will the counsel translate on Saturday?

Nations Championship 2025: Eight Reasons It Will Succeed

Paul Williams gives eight reasons the new Nations Championship will transform international rugby — and why it suits the Springboks perfectly.

Jake White Warns Springboks Age Is a Risk vs England

Jake White says the Springboks are not invincible, warning that an ageing starting XV could prove a decisive vulnerability against England on Saturday.

Stormers Champions Cup 2026/27 Pool Draw Revealed

The Stormers face the world's best club side in the 2026/27 Investec Champions Cup pool stage. Here's what the draw means for Cape Town's European campaign.

Bulls Champions Cup 2026 Pool 4 Draw & Preview

The Bulls face Northampton, Bath, Stade Français, Montpellier and Cardiff in Champions Cup Pool 4. Here's what the draw means for SA rugby.

Nations Championship 2025: What SA Fans Need to Know

The Nations Championship launches 4 July with the Springboks facing England. Here's everything South African fans need to know about rugby's boldest new tournament.

Stormers, Bulls & Lions 2026-27 Champions Cup Draw

The Stormers, Lions and Bulls face top French clubs in the 2026-27 Investec Champions Cup pool stage. Here's what the draw means for SA rugby.

Lions Recruitment 2026: Van Rooyen Hints at New Signings

Ivan van Rooyen has hinted at fresh Lions signings ahead of the 2026 Currie Cup. Find out what's coming to Ellis Park and why it matters.

Rassie Erasmus Wanted Benhard Janse van Rensburg

Rassie Erasmus has revealed the Springboks pursued Benhard Janse van Rensburg before the centre committed to England. A costly miss for SA rugby.

Bulls Champions Cup 2026/27 Pool Draw: What to Expect

The Vodacom Bulls discover their Champions Cup 2026/27 pool opponents on Wednesday. Here's what the draw means for Jake White's European campaign.

Springboks Add Loose Forward Cover Nations Championship

The Springboks have called up loose forward cover for the Nations Championship. Rassie Erasmus bolsters back-row depth ahead of the tournament window.

Champions Cup Pool Stage Changes: What SA Teams Must Know

EPCR has overhauled the Champions Cup pool phase to create genuine jeopardy. Here's what the changes mean for South Africa's URC franchises.

Thomas du Toit Springboks: Rassie Says More to Come

Rassie Erasmus says Thomas du Toit has another level to reach. The Springbok boss backs Bath to keep developing the Bok tighthead into a true elite force.

Rassie Erasmus Selection Sends England Warning 2025

Rassie Erasmus has made his intentions clear with his Springbok selection ahead of the England Test. The squad tells the whole story.

Rassie Erasmus Explains Wilco Louw Omission 2025

Rassie Erasmus has broken his silence on Wilco Louw's exclusion from the Springbok 23 ahead of Saturday's Ellis Park Test against England.

Manie Libbok Starts for Springboks vs England 2025

Rassie Erasmus has named Manie Libbok at flyhalf for the Springboks' Nations Championship opener against England at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Nations Championship Explained: Format & Springboks

The Nations Championship launches Saturday. Here's exactly how the format works, why it matters, and what it means for the Springboks in 2025.

2026 Nations Championship Fixtures: Full Schedule

World Rugby's 2026 Nations Championship fixtures are set across July and November. Here's what the schedule means for the Springboks and global Test rugby.

Springboks vs England: Ellis Park Empty Seats Fear

Ellis Park faces a half-empty stand for the Springboks' Nations Championship opener against England. Why aren't fans showing up for this marquee Test?

Toulouse Top 14 Title: Fourth Straight Crown 2025

Toulouse have claimed a record-equalling fourth consecutive Top 14 title, holding off Montpellier in a storm-disrupted final. French rugby's dominant force rolls on.

Marcus Smith England Springboks Ellis Park Warning

Marcus Smith demands England 'play big' against the Springboks at Ellis Park next Saturday. The fly-half's warning signals a squad ready to end a damaging cycle.

Jake White Leinster Head Coach Links 2025

Jake White hasn't ruled out the Leinster head coach role, calling the Irish giants 'the Barcelona of rugby'. The global coaching race just got serious.

Henry Pollock Ellis Park: Youngs Backs Bok Threat

Ben Youngs has backed Henry Pollock to score a first-half hat-trick against the Springboks at Ellis Park. Here's what it means for South Africa.

Stormers XXIII Appoint Ex-UCT Coach for Currie Cup

The Stormers have handed their XXIII coaching role to a former UCT mentor ahead of the Currie Cup — a calculated move to strengthen the Cape franchise's depth.

Stormers XXIII Currie Cup Debut 2025

The Stormers XXIII will make history in 2025, entering the Carling Currie Cup for the first time after a full franchise rebrand. Here's what it means.

Sharks Confirm Bok Star's Japan Move 2026

The Sharks have confirmed a marquee Springbok will depart for Japan in 2026-27. Here's what the temporary move means for Kings Park and SA rugby.

Asenathi Ntlabakanye Doping Ban: Trust Cost Bok Prop

A tribunal rules Asenathi Ntlabakanye's 18-month doping ban resulted from trusting the Lions' medical system. A damning verdict for SA rugby's duty of care.

Sanlam Sponsors Blue Bulls Carlton League 2025

Sanlam confirmed as title sponsor of the Blue Bulls Carlton League, boosting grassroots rugby development in Gauteng in a major commercial coup.

Werner Kok Signs for Newcastle Red Bulls 2025

Werner Kok has joined Newcastle Red Bulls in the Gallagher Premiership — but can the South African wing rescue a side leaking points at an alarming rate?

Springboks Salute Bafana Bafana World Cup History

The Springboks have congratulated Bafana Bafana after South Africa's football side reached the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time ever.

Ellis Park 2025: England Defence Coach Backs Touring Side

Richard Wigglesworth confirms England are ready for the Ellis Park challenge. Can the tourists back it up against the Springboks in Johannesburg?

Mallett: Handré Pollard Cannot Afford Test Mistakes

Nick Mallett has set an uncompromising standard for Handré Pollard, insisting the Springbok flyhalf must execute with surgical precision every Test.

Rassie Erasmus Explains Riley Norton Call-Up Over Van der Mescht

Rassie Erasmus has revealed exactly why Junior Bok captain Riley Norton earned his senior Springbok call-up ahead of the experienced JJ van der Mescht.

Junior Springboks 2025 Junior World Championship

South Africa's Junior Springboks head to Georgia chasing a historic third consecutive Junior World Championship title under Nassen Matias. Can they deliver?

Faf de Klerk Named in Barbarians Squad vs Wales 2025

Faf de Klerk leads the Barbarians squad to face Wales at Twickenham on Saturday, joining 19 internationals drawn from 12 nations for the iconic fixture.

Currie Cup First Division 2025: Griffons Eagles Lead

The Griffons and SWD Eagles are unbeaten after two rounds of the Currie Cup First Division. Here is where the title race stands early.

Kolisi Backs Springbok Rookies After Barbarians Rout

Siya Kolisi has praised emerging Springbok talent after South Africa's dominant win over the Barbarians in Gqeberha. Here's what the captain said.

Bulls URC Final 2025: Ackermann Identifies Early Turning Point

Johan Ackermann says a critical early passage cost the Bulls in the URC final. The Pretoria coach's candid verdict reveals how close the margins really were.

Bulls URC Final Collapse: Ackermann's Brutal Verdict

Johan Ackermann admits the Bulls never gave themselves a chance in their URC final defeat at Croke Park. Self-inflicted errors cost the defending champions.

Bulls Beaten by Leinster in URC Semi-Final 2025

Leinster has crushed the Bulls' URC final hopes at Croke Park in a suffocating semi-final display. SA rugby demands answers after a heavy defeat.

Rassie Erasmus Backs Eddie Jones World Rugby Attack

Rassie Erasmus has backed Eddie Jones after the Japan coach accused Irish rugby of leveraging World Rugby influence for favourable Test scheduling.

Bulls URC 2025: Ackermann Warns Against Italian Complacency

Johan Ackermann has issued a sharp warning to the Bulls ahead of their URC clashes with Zebre and Benetton — underestimate Italy at your peril.

Cobus Reinach Knee Injury: Springbok Faces Long Layoff

Cobus Reinach has confirmed a serious knee injury sustained in Cape Town, facing an extended layoff that deals a major blow to South African rugby.

Leicester Tigers Poach Stormers Coach for 2026-27

Leicester Tigers have confirmed the signing of a Stormers coaching staff member ahead of 2026-27 — another blow to SA rugby's coaching pipeline.

Junior Springboks Blitz Argentina at U20 Championship

The Junior Springboks have dismantled Los Pumitas with a dominant first-half display at the U20 Rugby Championship in Gqeberha. Read the full report.

Pumas Toyota Challenge 2025: Stonehouse Eyes Int'l Test

Jimmy Stonehouse is using the Toyota Challenge to measure his Pumas squad against international opposition. Can they deliver when it counts?

Ackers: Bulls tour a success but job not done

Bulls Target Sharks Backline Star in URC Transfer Raid

The Bulls have set their sights on a Sharks backline operator in their latest transfer raid. Here's what it means for both SA franchises this off-season.