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Erasmus satisfied with fitness gains despite scrappy Buenos Aires win
Erasmus says the 17-10 win over Argentina in Buenos Aires served primarily as a match-fitness run for returning players, with attack still needing work ahead of the four-Test home series against New Zealand starting at Ellis Park on August 22.
Erasmus satisfied with Springbok character after grinding 17-10 win over Argentina
Rassie Erasmus praised his side's character after the Springboks ground out a 17-10 Rugby Championship win over Argentina in Buenos Aires, with Cameron Hanekom's fourth-quarter try proving the difference in a match that was level at half-time. Siya Kolisi left the field with a hamstring injury.
Rassie hails Etzebeth's return to form after Buenos Aires win
Rassie Erasmus praised Eben Etzebeth's commanding 80-minute performance in the Springboks' 17-10 Rugby Championship win over Argentina in Buenos Aires.
Stick backs returning Boks but warns Argentina remain 'very dangerous' despite upheaval
Mzwandile Stick has welcomed the return of Siya Kolisi, Eben Etzebeth and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu ahead of Saturday's clash in Buenos Aires, insisting their conditioning remains sharp despite recent injury setbacks. The assistant coach praised the senior players' professionalism but cautioned against complacency facing an Argentina side missing key personnel through suspension and selection changes. Thirteen changes to the Springbok starting XV reflect squad depth rather than disruption as the world champions build towards their upcoming series against New Zealand.
Kolisi injury overshadows Springbok bench rescue in Buenos Aires
The Springboks edged Argentina 17-10 in Buenos Aires, but the victory was overshadowed by captain Siya Kolisi limping off with a hamstring injury in the 24th minute. The bench proved decisive after a laboured first-half performance saw South Africa trail 10-3, with Cameron Hanekom and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu among the few bright spots before the replacements turned the contest.
Erasmus pleased with character as Boks grind out 17-10 win over Argentina
The Springboks ground out a 17-10 Rugby Championship win over Argentina in Buenos Aires, with Cameron Hanekom's fourth-quarter try breaking a 10-10 half-time deadlock. Erasmus acknowledged a disjointed performance from a squad carrying injury-related rust but was satisfied with the team's defensive resolve and ability to handle late pressure, while Siya Kolisi left the field in the first half with a hamstring injury.
Erasmus pleased with character as Boks grind out 17-10 win over Argentina
The Springboks ground out a 17-10 Rugby Championship win over Argentina in Buenos Aires, with Cameron Hanekom's fourth-quarter try proving decisive, as Rassie Erasmus cited character over performance with several players returning from injury.
Kolisi picks up second hamstring injury but Erasmus plays down severity
Rassie Erasmus says Siya Kolisi's second hamstring injury from the 17-10 win over Argentina does not look serious, while Andre Esterhuizen departed late with an HIA after returning from a fractured cheekbone.
Kolisi picks up second hamstring injury but Erasmus plays down severity
Rassie Erasmus says Siya Kolisi's opposite hamstring injury from the 17-10 win over Argentina does not look serious, while Andre Esterhuizen faces an HIA assessment after also leaving the field.
Kolisi hamstring blow clouds Springbok win over Argentina in Buenos Aires
The Springboks beat Argentina 17-10 in Buenos Aires but face an anxious wait on Siya Kolisi's hamstring after the captain went off injured in the first half, casting doubt on his availability for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry opener against the All Blacks at Ellis Park.
Bomb squad rescues Boks in Buenos Aires as Kolisi hamstring blow clouds 17-10 win
The Springboks beat Argentina 17-10 in Buenos Aires to complete an unbeaten buildup to the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series, but Siya Kolisi's hamstring injury in the first half casts doubt over his availability for the opening Test against the All Blacks at Ellis Park.
Springboks hold World Rugby summit ahead of All Blacks series after narrow Buenos Aires win
The Springboks remain World Rugby's top-ranked side on 93.96 following their 17-10 win over Argentina in Buenos Aires, heading into the Greatest Rivalry Series against New Zealand with their number-one status intact.
Kolisi hamstring scare overshadows Boks' hard-fought 17-10 win over Argentina
The Springboks beat Argentina 17-10 in Buenos Aires, but Siya Kolisi's hamstring injury in the 24th minute dominates the post-match concern, with his availability for the All Blacks series now in doubt. The Boks trailed 10-3 before late tries from Edwill van der Merwe and Cameron Hanekom — the latter from a dominant scrum — sealed the win.
Springbok bench proves decisive in Buenos Aires thriller
The Springbok bench inspired a hard-fought victory over Argentina in a one-off Test in Buenos Aires.
Stick backs returning Boks but warns Argentina are 'very dangerous'
Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says Kolisi, Etzebeth and Feinberg-Mngomezulu are fit and ready for Saturday's Rugby Championship Test in Buenos Aires, while warning that Argentina — despite missing several European-based players — remain a dangerous proposition.
Kolisi confirms hamstring recovery ahead of Argentina Test return
Siya Kolisi has declared his hamstring fit ahead of Saturday's Test against Argentina, saying two weeks of strong training have him confident for his return while warning the squad to expect a competitive Los Pumas despite their unfamiliar selection.
Dobson offers Rassie Springbok intel from Stormers' All Blacks clash
John Dobson is ready to pass on Stormers intel from their All Blacks match to Rassie Erasmus ahead of the Springboks' Rugby Championship clashes with New Zealand.
Stormers count cost of All Blacks defeat as both scrumhalves ruled out injured
The Stormers lost both scrumhalves — Imad Khan (serious knee) and Dewaldt Duvenage (broken arm) — in Friday's 21-38 defeat to the All Blacks, with Ruhan Nel also picking up a calf injury. John Dobson says he has Currie Cup cover in Stefan Ungerer and Ezekiel Ngobeni ahead of the URC season.
Fourie the standout as Stormers fall 38-21 to All Blacks in Cape Town
Deon Fourie was the standout performer — try, try assist, 13 tackles, two turnovers — as the Stormers lost 38-21 to the All Blacks at DHL Stadium, with debutant flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed also impressing on a tough night in Cape Town.
Deon Fourie the standout as Stormers fall 38-21 to All Blacks in Cape Town
Deon Fourie starred with a try, an assist and two turnovers but the Stormers were beaten 38-21 by the All Blacks at DHL Stadium, with debutant flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed among the few other positives.