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World Rugby rankings: Top spot changes hands for historic third straight week if All Blacks win in Soweto
The Springboks take a 0.54-point ratings lead into Saturday's series decider against New Zealand at FNB Stadium, with World Rugby history at stake if the All Blacks win and become the first team to claim top spot for the third consecutive week since the rankings launched in 2003.
Human hits back at 'walking around' claims ahead of decider at Soccer City
Scrum coach Daan Human has rejected Dave Rennie's 'walking around' claim, saying his methods have been consistent throughout his six years in the role, while lock Ruan Nortje says the focus is on repeating the Boks' lineout dominance from Cape Town ahead of Saturday's series decider at Soccer City.
Airlink cancels Johannesburg flypast as SACAA investigates Cape Town stunt
Airlink has pulled its planned Johannesburg flypast ahead of Saturday's Springboks-All Blacks Test, citing weather, while the SACAA reviews the airline's low-level Cape Town display from 29 August.
Amashukeli to referee third Springboks-All Blacks Test as Currie Cup semi-finals get their officials
Nika Amashukeli referees the Springboks-All Blacks third Test at FNB Stadium on 5 September, while Griffin Colby and Christopher Allison take charge of the Currie Cup semi-finals the following day.
Airlink cancels Johannesburg flypast as regulator reviews Cape Town stunt
Airlink has pulled its planned flypast before the Springboks-All Blacks Test at FNB Stadium while the SACAA reviews the airline's low-level Cape Town flyby from 29 August.
Airlink withdraws flyover application for series decider in Soweto after Cape Town investigation
Airlink has withdrawn its flyover application for the series decider at FNB Stadium in Soweto after the SACAA launched a formal investigation into the viral Cape Town flypast — estimated at just 15 metres above DHL Stadium's roof — that preceded the Springboks' 33-26 win over the All Blacks on 29 August.
Airlink withdraws flyover application for Soweto Test after SACAA launches Cape Town investigation
Airlink has withdrawn its flypast application for the decider at FNB Stadium in Soweto after the SACAA launched an investigation into the viral Cape Town flypast, where a plane passed approximately 15 metres above the DHL Stadium roof ahead of the Springboks' 33-26 win over the All Blacks.
Van den Berg relishes All Blacks test ahead of Soccer City decider
Morne van den Berg, making his first appearance against the All Blacks in Cape Town, says New Zealand's attacking intensity was the highest he has encountered in a Bok jersey, but backs the Springbok system to subdue them again as the series heads to Soccer City level at 1-1.
Burger identifies Springbok attack as lingering weakness ahead of Soweto decider
Former Springbok Schalk Burger has highlighted South Africa's faltering attack as an area requiring urgent attention before Saturday's series decider against New Zealand at FNB Stadium. Despite winning the second Test 33-26 in Cape Town, the Springboks were outscored four tries to three and relied heavily on Cheslin Kolbe's boot to secure victory.
Arendse eyes defensive improvement as Boks prepare for FNB decider
Kurt-Lee Arendse says the Springboks have addressed defensive lapses ahead of Saturday's series-deciding third Test against the All Blacks at FNB Stadium, with Cheslin Kolbe stepping in at fullback for the injured Damian Willemse.
SACAA launches compliance review of Airlink Cape Town flyover as Johannesburg repeat scrapped
The SACAA has opened a compliance review of Airlink's low formation flyover at DHL Stadium on 29 August, with Flightradar24 data suggesting the lead aircraft passed within 12.5–14 metres of the stadium's highest point. Airlink has defended the operation but cancelled the planned third flyover, scheduled for the 5 September Johannesburg test, citing poor weather.
SACAA opens compliance review into Airlink Cape Town flyover as Johannesburg repeat scrapped
The SACAA has opened a compliance review into the Airlink double flyover at DHL Stadium during the second Springboks-All Blacks Test, while Airlink has cancelled a planned repeat at the Johannesburg decider on 5 September due to forecast poor weather.
Airlink flyover cancelled for third Springbok-All Blacks Test after SACAA investigation
Airlink has pulled its FNB Stadium flyover for the third Springbok-All Blacks Test after the SACAA launched an investigation into the Cape Town flyover from the previous weekend.
Van den Berg relishes FNB homecoming as Boks target All Blacks shutdown
Morne van den Berg will return to FNB Stadium on Saturday, the venue where he made his Emirates Lions debut in 2020, as the Springboks face New Zealand in the third Test with the series locked at 1-1. The scrumhalf, who played the final 25 minutes in Cape Town last weekend, described his first outing against the All Blacks as a defensive masterclass and emphasised the importance of team systems over individual battles. With close to 90,000 supporters expected, Van den Berg said the squad is buzzing ahead of the Johannesburg clash.
SACAA probe grounds Airlink flyover plan for Soweto test
Airlink has withdrawn its application for a flyover at FNB Stadium on Saturday after the SACAA launched a compliance investigation into the controversial low-level pass over DHL Stadium in Cape Town on 29 August.
Van den Berg relishing first Test at FNB Stadium ahead of All Blacks decider
Morne van den Berg is relishing the chance to play his first Test at FNB Stadium when the Springboks face the All Blacks in the series decider on Saturday, with the Lions scrumhalf set to earn his ninth cap from the bench.
Van den Berg relishing Soccer City Test after All Blacks baptism
Morne van den Berg reflects on his All Blacks debut in Cape Town and looks ahead to Saturday's decider at Soccer City, where he will play his first Test in his home city while remaining unbeaten in nine Springbok appearances.
Smit calls Rennie scrum claims 'clever ploy' as Human defends Springbok dominance
Former Springboks captain John Smit has described All Blacks coach Dave Rennie's scrum allegations as a tactical distraction following South Africa's 33-26 victory in Cape Town. The accusations, which prompted an expletive-laden response from Rassie Erasmus, have dominated the build-up to Saturday's series decider in Soweto. Springbok scrum coach Daan Human defended his pack's legality whilst expressing frustration at referee Angus Gardner's handling of the set-piece.
Human rejects All Blacks' walking accusation: 'I can't ever cheat'
Springboks scrum coach Daan Human has rejected Dave Rennie's walking accusation, insisting South Africa have scrummaged legally throughout his six-year tenure and will adapt to referee Nika Amashukeli in Saturday's third Test in Johannesburg.
Grobbelaar signs long-term Bulls extension through to 2030
Johan Grobbelaar has signed a contract extension with the Bulls keeping him at Loftus Versfeld until 2030, with the Springbok hooker having already clocked over 100 appearances for the franchise since his senior debut in 2017.