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Mo'unga returns to All Blacks starting XV for Baltimore Test against Springboks
Richie Mo'unga starts at fly-half for the All Blacks against the Springboks in Baltimore — his first Test start since the 2023 World Cup final — as Dave Rennie rings seven changes.
Baltimore Test to net SA Rugby and NZ Rugby R90m more than a South African fixture
SA Rugby and NZ Rugby are set to earn approximately R90 million more from hosting the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry decider in Baltimore than they would have from a South African venue, boosted by a World Rugby incentive payment tied to the 2031 Rugby World Cup build-up.
Kolisi sets sights on series victory as Boks prepare for Baltimore finale
The Springboks head into Saturday's final Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test against New Zealand in Baltimore with a 2-1 series lead and clear intent. Captain Siya Kolisi has dismissed the prospect of a drawn series, while assistant coach Mzwandile Stick acknowledged the threat posed by Richie Mo'unga's return to the All Blacks starting XV for the first time since the 2023 World Cup final.
Kolisi dismisses style critics as Springboks target series win in Baltimore
Siya Kolisi has defended the Springboks' approach ahead of the final Test against New Zealand in Baltimore, insisting the world champions will not be swayed by external criticism. With South Africa leading the Greatest Rivalry series 2-1, the captain made clear his side are targeting outright victory rather than settling for a draw. Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick acknowledged the threat posed by Richie Mo'unga's return to the All Blacks starting XV.
Mo'unga returns for All Blacks decider as Love rested after six-Test run
Richie Mo'unga will make his first Test appearance since the 2023 Rugby World Cup final when the All Blacks face the Springboks in Saturday's series decider. The playmaker replaces Ruben Love at fly-half, with coach Dave Rennie insisting the change reflects workload management rather than form concerns. Mo'unga has spent the past three seasons in Japan.
Kolisi and Stick warn of desperate All Blacks as Springboks eye series win
Siya Kolisi and Mzwandile Stick have emphasised the challenge awaiting the Springboks in Saturday's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry decider in Baltimore, with the All Blacks fielding a heavily changed side featuring Richie Mo'unga's first Test start since the 2023 World Cup final. The Springboks lead the series 2-1 and can claim the trophy outright with victory, but Kolisi warned that New Zealand's desperation to level the series will demand a physical, disciplined performance.
Kolisi and Stick eye series win as Rassie reaches 100-Test milestone in Baltimore decider
Kolisi and Stick stress physicality and series intent ahead of the RGR decider in Baltimore, where a win would also mark Rassie Erasmus' 100th Test in charge. Kolisi earns his 107th cap, with Mo'unga's return to flyhalf the key selection shift from the All Blacks.
Kolisi and Stick wary of revamped All Blacks as Boks chase series win in Baltimore
The Springboks go into Saturday's series decider in Baltimore with a 2-1 lead, with Kolisi and Stick flagging the threat of a revamped All Blacks side featuring a new front row and the return of Richie Mo'unga at fly-half.
Springbok Women name settled WXV squad with Hlatshwayo covering for injured Mpupha
Naima Hlatshwayo is the only change to the Springbok Women's WXV Global Series touring squad, replacing the ankle-injured Zintle Mpupha. The tour opens against Wales in Cardiff on 18 September.
Mo'unga returns as All Blacks seek Baltimore leveller in Greatest Rivalry decider
Richie Mo'unga will start his first Test since the 2023 World Cup final when New Zealand face the Springboks in Baltimore on Saturday, with the series poised at 2–1 to South Africa. All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie confirmed the selection was pre-planned regardless of the Soweto result, while the Boks aim to clinch the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry trophy outright. The fixture doubles as a staging post for the 2031 World Cup in the United States.
Mo'unga starts Rugby's Greatest Rivalry decider as Rennie reveals Barrett's role in Baltimore
Richie Mo'unga starts the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series decider against the Springboks in Baltimore — a decision Dave Rennie says was locked in weeks ago regardless of the Soweto result. Ruben Love drops out of the 23 entirely, while Beauden Barrett returns for his first Test of the year, expected at fullback.
Mo'unga returns at flyhalf for Baltimore decider as Rennie backs Love's development
Richie Mo'unga returns to start at flyhalf for the All Blacks in the Baltimore decider against the Springboks — his first Test since the 2023 World Cup Final — with Beauden Barrett named on the bench for the first time in the series.
Mo'unga Returns as All Blacks Ring Changes for Series Finale
Richie Mo'unga will make his first Test appearance in three years when New Zealand face the Springboks in Baltimore on Saturday, headlining wholesale changes to Dave Rennie's side. The fly-half last featured in the 2023 World Cup final defeat to South Africa. Codie Taylor captains an entirely recast front row in the absence of injured skipper Ardie Savea as the All Blacks seek to level the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series at two apiece.
Rennie backs Taylor captaincy call ahead of Baltimore series finale
Dave Rennie says restoring Codie Taylor to the All Blacks captaincy for the series finale against the Springboks in Baltimore was an easy call.
Springboks hold freshness advantage as All Blacks arrive battle-weary in Baltimore
The Springboks enter Saturday's final Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test in Baltimore with a significant physical edge after a month-long series that has left New Zealand depleted and fatigued. While Rassie Erasmus has managed only minor squad tweaks, the All Blacks have lost key personnel including Ardie Savea, Luke Jacobson and Quinn Tupaea to an arduous tour schedule that included four provincial fixtures alongside three brutal Tests. Former All Black Justin Marshall conceded the tourists have been "beaten up" by the demands of facing South Africa's franchises and the world champions.
Rennie backs Love despite dropping him for Springbok decider
Dave Rennie insists Ruben Love's axing from the All Blacks squad for the series decider against the Springboks is not form-related.
Swys de Bruin departs Springbok Women after historic World Cup campaign
Swys de Bruin has stepped down as head coach of the Springbok Women after two years in charge, during which the team reached their first World Cup quarter-final and broke into the top 10 of the world rankings. SA Rugby President Mark Alexander thanked De Bruin for elevating the profile of the women's game and introducing an innovative style that captured widespread attention. The former Lions mentor won 14 of 21 matches in charge, including notable victories over higher-ranked opposition.
De Allende hails Barrett brilliance as Springboks eye series triumph in Baltimore
Damian de Allende has praised Jordie Barrett's skill set ahead of Saturday's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry finale in Baltimore, where the Springboks can lift the trophy with a win or draw. The centurion centre described facing the All Blacks four weeks running as brutal but a massive privilege, and said he has learned a great deal from Barrett across the three Tests. South Africa hold a 2-1 series lead heading into the M&T Bank Stadium clash.
Taylor to captain All Blacks as Mo'unga starts at 10 for series finale
Codie Taylor captains a changed All Blacks side for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series finale against the Springboks on Saturday, with Richie Mo'unga at 10.
De Allende eager to seal RGR series in Baltimore as Boks hold 2-1 lead
Damian de Allende is focused on sealing the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series for the Springboks in Baltimore on Saturday, with South Africa holding a 2-1 lead going into the final match at M&T Bank Stadium.