South African Rugby

Markus Muller Set to Break Frans Steyn Bok Record 2026

Markus Muller could become the youngest Springbok debutant of the professional era, set to break Frans Steyn's record at just 19 years and 118 days old.

Bulls vs Scarlets URC 2026: Ackermann Makes 13 Changes

Johan Ackermann rings 13 changes as the Bulls host Scarlets at Loftus Versfeld in their final home URC fixture of 2026. Willie le Roux returns at fullback.

Rassie Names Six New Springboks for Nations Championship 2026

Rassie Erasmus says six new Springbok call-ups thoroughly deserve their chance as South Africa prepare for Italy, France and Ireland in November 2026.

Stormers vs Ulster URC 2026: Nel Captains Reshuffled Side

Ruhan Nel captains a reshuffled Stormers against Ulster at DHL Stadium on Saturday. Ten changes as Cape Town hunt a fourth straight home win in the URC.

Lions Lineout Crisis Costs Them in Edinburgh URC 2026

Ivan van Rooyen admits Lions lost six lineouts in a 31-10 URC defeat to Edinburgh. Defensive errors and a grief-stricken tour make Glasgow next look daunting.

WRU Faces Resignation Calls After £18m Loss 2026

Welsh Rugby Union bosses face calls to resign after posting an £18m loss, with a similar deficit forecast for next year and the four-region model under fire.

Gianni Lombard Gets Sharks No 10 Nod vs Cardiff URC 2026

JP Pietersen backs Gianni Lombard to step up at flyhalf as the Sharks face Cardiff at the Arms Park in the URC 2026. Five Springboks return.

Marcell Coetzee Returns as Bulls Captain vs Ulster URC 2026

Marcell Coetzee reclaims the Bulls captaincy for Saturday's URC clash against Ulster at Loftus Versfeld, with three front-rowers promoted to start.

Paul de Villiers Captains Stormers vs Scarlets URC 2026

Paul de Villiers leads the Stormers against Scarlets at DHL Stadium on Saturday, with the Springbok flank retaining the captaincy after impressing last week.

Markus Muller URC Debut: Stormers vs Scarlets 2026

Markus Muller starts his first URC match as the Stormers ring 18 changes against the Scarlets at DHL Stadium on Saturday, 24 October 2026.

Hyron Andrews Cause of Death Confirmed 2026

The Lions confirm Hyron Andrews died from an aortic dissection. The 31-year-old lock was found unresponsive in his hotel room in France last Friday.

Dobson: Jonathan Roche Committed to Stormers 2026

John Dobson has shut down Ireland speculation, confirming Jonathan Roche has extended his Stormers contract and wants to wear Springbok green and gold.

Jantjies Sinks Cheetahs in Challenge Cup 2026

Herschel Jantjies sprinted 50m to deny the Cheetahs in a 29-27 EPCR Challenge Cup opener. Frans Steyn's side came agonisingly close but leave with only a losing bonus point.

Bok Women New Captain: Solontsi Leads vs Ireland 2024

Sizophila Solontsi takes over as Springbok Women captain for the final two WXV Tests against Ireland after Babalwa Latsha is ruled out injured.

Lappies Labuschagné Returns to Grey College as Coach

Lappies Labuschagné has landed a coaching role at Grey College, joining as U15 defence coach under new director of rugby Wessel du Plessis.

John Dobson on Hyron Andrews Death 2026

Stormers director of rugby John Dobson paid an emotional tribute to Lions lock Hyron Andrews, calling his death on the eve of Champions Cup weekend terrible.

Jean de Villiers Calls Out Cam Roigard Gamesmanship

Jean de Villiers has accused All Blacks scrumhalf Cam Roigard of deliberate gamesmanship after a controversial incident in the Boks' 29-24 third Test win at FNB Stadium.

Deon Fourie: Oldest Springbok vs All Blacks 2026

Deon Fourie became the oldest Springbok to face the All Blacks in Cape Town. The 39-year-old hooker reflects on a historic night in his hometown.

Springbok Squad for Third Test: Kolbe, Arendse & Front Row Changes

Rassie makes four changes to the Springbok squad for the third Test at FNB Stadium. Renaldo Bothma breaks down what the selections mean for Saturday.

Griquas Chase First-Place Currie Cup Finish 2026

Griquas target a historic first-place Currie Cup finish since 1998 against Boland Cavaliers in Wellington, with Liebenberg and Mpofu returning.

Lions End Stormers XXIII Currie Cup 2026 Campaign

The Fidelity ADT Lions crushed Stormers XXIII 36-12 in Johannesburg, ending Western Province's Currie Cup 2026 semifinal hopes. Full match report.

Stormers Bolts Host Lions U20 at City Park 2026

The Stormers Bolts host Fidelity ADT Lions U20 at City Park in Athlone on Saturday at 11h00, with Dawid stepping in at flyhalf for the injured Rayaan Solomons.

Premiership Rugby 2026/27: Every Transfer In and Out

Every confirmed Premiership Rugby signing and departure for 2026/27 — from South African exits to All Black arrivals. Full transfer tracker updated.

John Smit: Boks Can't Panic After All Blacks Loss 2026

John Smit backs the Springboks to bounce back after Ellis Park defeat. Cape Town offers immediate redemption — and a shot at the world No 1 ranking.

Winless Bulls Blood 29th Debutant in Currie Cup 2026

Ian van der Merwe and Ruan Enslin debut as a winless Bulls XV travel to Kings Park for the final Currie Cup 2026 league round against the Sharks.

Siya Kolisi Cleared for Springboks vs All Blacks 2026

Rassie Erasmus confirms Siya Kolisi is good to go for the second Test against the All Blacks at DHL Stadium in Cape Town on Saturday.

Batho Hlekani: Lions Must Convert in 22 vs All Blacks

Lions flank Batho Hlekani warns his side cannot waste 22m chances like the Boks did in their 33-16 loss to the All Blacks at Ellis Park.

Rassie Erasmus: Why Handre Pollard Starts vs All Blacks 2026

Rassie Erasmus admits his Cape Town team isn't what he planned. Here's why Handre Pollard starts and what forced six Springbok changes.

Matfield: Boks Must Kick More vs All Blacks 2026

Victor Matfield says the Springboks played too much at Ellis Park and must grind harder in Saturday's second Test at Cape Town Stadium.

Bulls Team Announced: Three Debutants Named for Loftus Currie Cup Clash

The Bulls team announced for Friday's Currie Cup clash features three uncapped players. Renaldo Bothma breaks down what will decide it at Loftus Versfeld.

Pieter-Steph du Toit Captains Boks vs All Blacks 2026

Pieter-Steph du Toit leads the Springboks as captain for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry opener at Ellis Park, while Damian de Allende earns his 100th Test cap.

Malcolm Marx: All of South Africa Is Our Fortress

Malcolm Marx says the Springboks carry 65 million South Africans into Saturday's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry opener against the All Blacks at Ellis Park.

Currie Cup 2026: Stonehouse Defends Competition's Value

Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has hit back at critics questioning the Currie Cup's relevance, arguing the tournament remains vital to SA rugby's player pipeline.

Kolisi & Nché Doubtful for Springboks vs All Blacks 2026

Siya Kolisi and Ox Nché are injury doubts for Saturday's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry opener at Ellis Park. Rassie Erasmus gives his latest update.

Brüssow: Unleash Paul de Villiers on All Blacks 2026

Heinrich Brüssow wants Rassie Erasmus to start Paul de Villiers against the All Blacks, calling the Stormers jackal one of the best ball thieves in the world.

Cheetahs Survive Bulls Fightback in Currie Cup 2026

The Cheetahs scored ten tries to beat the Bulls 62-52 at Loftus in a wild Currie Cup 2026 classic, surviving with 13 men to move second on the log.

WRU Three-Region Plan 2026: Union Doubles Down

The WRU insists there is no realistic prospect of funding four professional regions beyond 2028 as they condemn personal attacks on board members.

Eddie Jones: Japan Can Make History vs Wallabies 2026

Eddie Jones believes Japan are primed to beat Australia for the first time ever as the Brave Blossoms head to Townsville chasing history on Saturday.

Vlok Cilliers Back at Bulls as Kicking Coach 2026

Vlok Cilliers returns to Loftus as Bulls kicking coach after seven years in France. The man who shaped Derick Hougaard and Morné Steyn is back — and Curwin Bosch is his next project.

Springboks Elrigh Louw and Johan Grobbelaar Back for Bulls vs All Blacks

Springboks Elrigh Louw and Johan Grobbelaar join the Bulls bench for Saturday's clash with the All Blacks at Loftus Versveld ahead of the Boks series.

Jurick Lewis Set to Earn 50th Cap for Boland Kavaliers

Jurick Lewis is set to earn his 50th cap for the Sanlam Boland Kavaliers when they face the Lions at Wits Rugby Stadium on Friday, 14 August 2026.

Stormers Make Five Changes for Pumas Currie Cup 2026

John Dobson reshuffles the Stormers pack with five changes for Saturday's Currie Cup clash against the Pumas at Mbombela Stadium. Full team news.

Frans Steyn: Faf de Klerk Not Perfect Yet 2026

Frans Steyn praises Faf de Klerk's impact at the Cheetahs but insists the Bok scrumhalf still has room to grow in the Currie Cup 2026.

SA U18 A Beat Georgia 20-0 in International Series

SA U18 A shut out Georgia 20-0 at Boland Landbou in the U18 International Series, with Jaydon Viljoen making a decisive impact off the bench.

Curwin Bosch Bulls: Bosch Ready to Shine Against All Blacks

Curwin Bosch says France gave him the mental reset he needed. Now the Bulls flyhalf is ready to test himself against the All Blacks at Loftus Versfeld.

All Blacks Lose Second Player to Injury on SA Tour

A second All Black has been ruled out of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour of South Africa, deepening New Zealand's injury woes ahead of the Sharks clash.

Cameron Hanekom Puts Jasper Wiese on Notice 2026

Rassie Erasmus praises Cameron Hanekom's explosive Springbok form at No 8 — but Jasper Wiese remains first choice. The battle is real.

All Blacks vs Sharks 2026: Rennie's Power Team Dissected

Dave Rennie unleashes a shadow Test side on the Sharks in Durban Tuesday. Luke Jacobson captains, two debutants named, and Cam Roigard waits in reserve.

Sharks Secure Win Against Boland in Currie Cup Thriller

The Sharks secured a hard-fought 19-12 Currie Cup win over Boland in KwaMashu. Renaldo Bothma breaks down the tactics and what it means for Mike Vowles's squad.

Stormers vs All Blacks: Lessons From a 38-21 Defeat

Renaldo Bothma breaks down the Stormers vs All Blacks clash — a scrappy 38-21 defeat packed with lessons for Cape Town's URC campaign ahead.

Faf de Klerk Returns for Cheetahs vs Stormers 2026

Faf de Klerk is back at scrumhalf as the Cheetahs travel to Danie Craven Stadium to face Stormers XXIII in a crucial Currie Cup 2026 clash.

SARICA 2026: SA Rugby's New Player Welfare Agreement

SA Rugby, MyPlayers and SAREO have signed SARICA — a new 2.5-year collective agreement guaranteeing minimum standards for all professional players.

Stormers XXIII Eye Athlone Glory vs Cheetahs 2026

Stormers XXIII target back-to-back Currie Cup wins at Athlone Stadium vs Cheetahs. Jean-Luc du Plessis returns as Dawson-Squibb backs hungry forwards.

Boland vs Sharks XV: Currie Cup Preview & Key Battles

Boland vs Sharks XV at Princess Magogo Stadium on Saturday. Renaldo Bothma previews the Currie Cup clash, from Schreuder's return to the revenge factor.

Elrigh Louw: Boks Ready to Settle Score vs Argentina 2026

Elrigh Louw says the Springboks have learned from their Santiago humbling and are primed to exact revenge on Argentina in 2026. Full analysis.

Sharks Rebrand 2026: New Logo, New Name, Same DNA

The Sharks officially become Sharks Rugby Club with two new logos ahead of the 2026/27 URC season. CEO Shaun Bryans says evolution builds on 30 years of history.

New Bok Jersey 2026: Price & Design Revealed

The Springboks' special-edition jersey for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry is stunning — but it will cost you. Here's what fans need to pay and what makes it iconic.

Yaqeen Ahmed Stormers Debut vs All Blacks 2026

Yaqeen Ahmed starts at flyhalf for the Stormers against the All Blacks on Friday night at DHL Stadium — the junior Bok's Super Rugby debut.

Kolisi & Etzebeth: Erasmus Sets Minute Limits Argentina

Rassie Erasmus backs Siya Kolisi to deliver against Argentina but won't risk a full 80 minutes for the skipper or Eben Etzebeth in Buenos Aires.

Rassie Slams Media Over All Blacks Questions 2026

Rassie Erasmus defended Argentina and shut down All Blacks talk in a Buenos Aires press conference. Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu starts at flyhalf Saturday.