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Boks topped the Nations Championship by sacrificing performance, not results
Cardinelli argues Erasmus deliberately traded performance quality for developmental cover in July — topping the Nations Championship while keeping his tactical arsenal hidden ahead of the All Blacks series.
Blair flags 'us against the rest of South Africa' mentality as All Blacks brace for Greatest Rivalry series
Blair is framing the South Africa tour as a siege job — 'us against the rest of South Africa' — and candidly admits the Boks' Nations Championship form represents a genuine step up despite New Zealand's own strong showing against Ireland, France, and Italy.
Blair expects 'us against the rest of South Africa' as All Blacks brace for Greatest Rivalry tour
Blair frames the upcoming South Africa tour as a full-immersion challenge — the Boks' rotation-proof Nations Championship form has New Zealand's attack coach openly acknowledging a step up is coming, with squad management and a hostile environment adding pressure before a ball is kicked in anger.
Junior Springboks defend Junior World Championship title with 16-5 win over France in Tbilisi
The Junior Springboks have defended the Junior World Championship title, beating France 16-5 in Tbilisi to claim South Africa's third U-20 world crown following victories in 2012 and 2024.
Erasmus explains Moyo substitution as youngest Bok flyhalf ever impresses on debut
Rassie Erasmus praised Vusi Moyo's composure on debut despite visible nerves, explaining the 47th-minute substitution as fatigue-related after the youngster became the youngest flyhalf in Springbok history in the 48-0 win over Wales.
All Blacks finding form under Rennie — but know the Boks are a different proposition
Rennie's All Blacks are 3-from-3 with growing cohesion and a bold selection at 10, but the real test comes when they face the Boks. The piece tracks NZ's upward trajectory and what it might — or might not — mean for the 'Greatest Rivalry' series.
Sheehan calls for 'right mindset' after Ireland's Nations Championship tour ends in defeat
Dan Sheehan says Ireland must find a better mindset to compete at the top level after a 40-21 Nations Championship defeat to New Zealand in Auckland, with South Africa among their Dublin opponents in November.
Esterhuizen avoids surgery on fractured cheekbone, All Blacks Test in contention
Esterhuizen avoids surgery on a fractured cheekbone and remains in the frame for the Springboks' upcoming Test against the All Blacks.
Wessels on making every minute count at scrum time
Wessels on using the Bok scrum's dominance as personal motivation — an insight into competing for front-row minutes at the highest level.
Esterhuizen avoids surgery, All Blacks clash back in play
Esterhuizen avoids surgery on a fractured cheekbone and remains in contention for the Springboks' Rugby Championship match against the All Blacks.
Erasmus satisfied with Wales rout as Bok squad splits for dual campaign
Rassie Erasmus awarded the Springboks a pass mark after their 43-0 demolition of Wales in Durban on Saturday, the third consecutive Nations Championship victory. The head coach confirmed a 26-man squad will travel to Argentina in a fortnight whilst 15 or 16 players remain in South Africa to prepare for the Rugby Championship clashes with New Zealand in August and September. Erasmus praised improved defence and set-piece solidity despite greasy conditions that led to frequent handling errors.
Erasmus satisfied with 43-0 Welsh rout as squad split looms ahead of Argentina tour
Erasmus has passed the Springboks after a 43-0 Nations Championship win over Wales in Durban, confirming a 26-man squad will tour Argentina while a larger group stays behind to prepare for the Rugby Championship. Vusi Moyo became the youngest flyhalf in Springbok history on debut, while Handré Pollard is sidelined with a hamstring injury.
Junior Boks make history with back-to-back U20 world titles in Tbilisi
South Africa's under-20 side successfully defended their world championship crown with a 16-5 victory over France in Tbilisi on Saturday evening, becoming the first Junior Springbok team to win consecutive titles. Fly-half Yaqeen Ahmed contributed 11 points in a gritty final delayed by inclement weather, as Kevin Foote's charges mirrored the senior Springboks' back-to-back World Cup triumphs.
Junior Springboks retain Junior World Championship title with 16-5 victory over France
South Africa's Junior Springboks retained the Junior World Championship title with a 16-5 victory over France in Tbilisi, claiming the country's third U20 world crown following titles in 2012 and 2024.
Junior Boks make history with back-to-back Junior World Championship titles
The Junior Springboks beat France U20 16-5 in the Junior World Championship final in Tbilisi to become the first South African U20 side to win back-to-back world titles, extending their unbeaten run to 18 matches.
Junior Boks defend JWC title with 16-5 win over France in Tbilisi
The Junior Boks have defended the Junior World Championship title, defeating France 16-5 in the final in Tbilisi — South Africa's third U20 world crown overall, following 2012 and 2025.
Erasmus satisfied with 43-0 whitewash despite handling errors, eyes South America tour
Erasmus says the Springboks took lessons from their 43-0 Nations Championship win over Wales at Kings Park — improving on defence and set-piece from the Scotland match but still carrying too many handling errors — as he prepares to split the squad for a South America tour and home preparation for the New Zealand series.
Pollard hamstring setback as Feinberg-Mngomezulu returns for Rugby Championship Pumas clashes
Handré Pollard is sidelined with a hamstring injury ahead of the Springboks' Rugby Championship clashes with Argentina, with Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu returning to the squad.
Junior Springboks defend Junior World Championship title with 16-5 win over France
South Africa's Junior Springboks have retained the Junior World Championship title, beating France 16-5 in Tbilisi to claim the country's third U20 world crown following a campaign built on defensive resilience and squad depth.
Junior Boks defend U20 World Championship title with 16-5 win over France
The Junior Springboks defended their U20 World Championship title with a 16-5 victory over France in Tbilisi, with fly-half Yaqeen Ahmed contributing eight points in South Africa's third overall triumph.