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England U20s eye finishing statement against Baby Blacks after Junior Bok defeat
After losing to the Junior Springboks in the semis, England U20s are targeting a strong finish against New Zealand in Saturday's third-place play-off, with Lucas Friday citing real tournament-wide growth and Andy Titterrell rotating his side to make a statement.
Ireland eye World Rugby summit as Springboks face Wales rankings trap
South Africa's grip on top spot in the World Rugby rankings enters precarious territory this weekend, with the Springboks unable to improve their rating against Wales yet vulnerable to a slip that could hand the summit to Ireland. Andy Farrell's side can leapfrog both New Zealand and the reigning world champions if results align in their favour across Saturday's Nations Championship fixtures.
Junior Boks ready for France final, will wear black armbands for Makwedini
Junior Springbok captain Siphosethu Mnebelele and flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed have declared the squad fully prepared for Saturday's JWC Final against France U20 in Tbilisi (18.30 SAST), with the team set to wear black armbands in memory of former SA U18 prop Luqobo Makwedini.
The ranking scenarios that could unseat the Boks this weekend
Ireland can leapfrog the Boks in the world rankings this weekend — the linked breakdown details the exact permutations from Round 3 of the Nations Championship.
Junior Boks vs France: Team sheets, form guide and final predictions
Full team sheets and predictions for the JWC Final, with Rugby365 calling South Africa over France by three points as the Junior Boks chase back-to-back titles on a 10-match winning streak.
Burger backs Moyo to thrive in Springbok debut against Wales
Former Springbok flanker Schalk Burger believes rookie fly-half Vusi Moyo will be comfortable making his Test debut against Wales in Durban on Saturday, despite minimal top-level experience. The 19-year-old has been surrounded by experienced campaigners including Cobus Reinach, Damian de Allende and Jesse Kriel.
Burger and De Villiers back Moyo to hurt Wales
Burger and De Villiers are backing Vusi Moyo to cause Wales real problems at Kings Park, with the Bok bench adding to Welsh concerns — the piece unpacks why two legends see the rookie flyhalf as a threat, not a risk.
Junior Boks united and ready as they bid to defend JWC title against France
Junior Bok captain Siphosethu Mnebelele and flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed have highlighted team unity and collective focus ahead of Saturday's JWC final against France Under-20 in Tbilisi (18h30 SA time), with coach Kevin Foote making three changes from the semi-final win over England. The team will wear black armbands in memory of former SA Under-18 prop Luqobo Makwedini.
Unbeaten Leopards and Pumas clash headline WSL 2 round three
The unbeaten Leopards Women and Hollywood Foundation Pumas Women meet in Potchefstroom on Saturday in the highlight of WSL 2 round three, with Griquas hosting Limpopo Blue Bulls in Kimberley and Valke taking on Griffons in Kempton Park.
Marx dismisses favourites tag ahead of physical Wales test at Kings Park
Malcolm Marx has dismissed the favourites tag ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Wales at Kings Park, warning of a confrontational physical battle and backing uncapped debutant Carlu Sadie, his former Lions scrumming partner, to seize his Test opportunity.
Junior Boks eye title defence with unity as driving force
Junior Springbok captain Siphosethu Mnebele and flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed have emphasised the squad's collective spirit and disciplined preparation ahead of Saturday evening's Junior World Championship final against France Under-20 in Tbilisi. The defending champions kick off at 18h30 SA time as they aim to retain the title won last year against New Zealand.
Junior Boks go into JWC final against France with unity as their watchword
Junior Bok captain Siphosethu Mnebelele and flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed have highlighted squad unity and focused preparation ahead of Saturday's JWC final against France U20 in Tbilisi, with the team also set to wear black armbands in memory of former SA U18 prop Luqobo Makwedini.
Nations Championship Round Three: Springboks host Wales in Durban as first-leg climax looms
The Springboks host Wales in Durban on Saturday, 18 July in the final round of the Nations Championship's first leg, with the north and south level at six wins apiece heading into the weekend.
Burger and De Villiers back Moyo's debut — and warn Wales about the bench
Burger and De Villiers argue Moyo's debut is de-risked by the experience around him, while warning that Wales's bigger headache is Erasmus's bench — with Jantjies and Sadie's selections underscoring that overseas form remains firmly on the Bok radar.
Rankings shake-up on the cards: What the Boks stand to lose this weekend
The Boks risk losing top spot to the All Blacks this weekend if they fall to Wales and New Zealand beat Ireland by more than 15 points. Ireland can go all the way to number one, but need a big win and a Bok loss by the same margin. Meanwhile, Australia face a potentially historic rankings low if Italy beat them heavily and other results align.
Springboks risk losing top World Rugby ranking spot this weekend
South Africa's number one World Rugby ranking is under threat this weekend, with a defeat to Wales in Durban combined with a New Zealand win over Ireland by more than 15 points enough to return the All Blacks to the summit. Ireland can go as far as top spot themselves with a big win at Eden Park and a Springbok loss. Australia, meanwhile, risk dropping out of the top 10 for the first time since the rankings were introduced in 2003 if they lose heavily to Italy in Schmidt's farewell.
Rennie rules out Mo'unga for South Africa tour, confirms squad planning well advanced
Dave Rennie has ruled Richie Mo'unga out of the All Blacks' 44-man squad for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series in South Africa, citing NZR eligibility rules, while confirming the tour squad and match-day planning is already well advanced.
Rees-Zammit admits rugby comeback has fallen short of expectations ahead of Springbok clash
Louis Rees-Zammit starts for Wales against the Springboks in Durban on Saturday, admitting his return from the NFL has not gone as smoothly as he had hoped after a season disrupted by positional changes and a slow readjustment to Test rugby.
Junior Boks cite unity and collective focus ahead of JWC final against France
Junior Springbok captain Siphosethu Mnebelele and flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed have highlighted squad unity and collective preparation ahead of Saturday's JWC final against France Under-20 in Tbilisi, with coach Kevin Foote making three changes from the semi-final side. The Junior Boks defend the title they won against New Zealand in Italy last year and will wear black armbands in memory of the late Luqobo Makwedini.
Four debutants with everything to prove — and a squad cull looming
Rich's preview centres on the four debutants facing an immediate squad cull, with Moyo's inexperience the main tactical talking point and a 30-point Bok win predicted.