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Hele relishes Test return as Bok Women eye second win in Lautoka
Aseza Hele, returning from hand surgery that kept her out since the Women's Rugby World Cup, produced a standout display of 16 carries and 127 metres as the Springbok Women beat Fiji 55-12 in Suva, with the second Test set for Churchill Park in Lautoka on Saturday.
SA U18 'A' grind out 20-0 win over Georgia in second-half turnaround
The SA U18 'A' side beat Georgia 20-0 at Boland Landbou on Tuesday, with a second-half turnaround — led by replacement Jaydon Viljoen — securing their second win at the U18 International Series.
Bosch eager to seize All Blacks test at Loftus
Bulls flyhalf Curwin Bosch says he is ready to prove himself against the All Blacks at Loftus as he bids to return to Springbok contention.
Hele marks injury return with standout display as Bok Women demolish Fiji
Aseza Hele returned from nearly a year out with a commanding 16-carry, 127-metre performance as the Springbok Women beat Fiji 55-12 in Suva, with the sides meeting again at Churchill Park in Lautoka on Saturday.
Hele returns with a bang as Bok Women crush Fiji 55-12 in Suva
Aseza Hele returned from hand surgery to carry 16 times for 127 metres as the Springbok Women beat Fiji 55-12 in Suva, with the second test to follow at Churchill Park in Lautoka on Saturday.
Boks grind out 17-10 win over Pumas to stretch streak to 12
The Springboks survived a feisty Argentina challenge and a late 15-phase siege to win 17-10 in Buenos Aires, extending their winning streak to 12 Tests, with tries from Edwill van der Merwe and debutant scorer Cameron Hanekom proving decisive — though Siya Kolisi's early departure with a suspected hamstring injury will concern management.
Fourie returns to Springbok fold after three-year Test absence
Rassie Erasmus has recalled veteran utility forward Deon Fourie to the Springbok squad for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series against New Zealand. The 39-year-old, whose last Test was the 2023 World Cup final, made his return from injury for the Stormers on Friday night and will join the national squad in Johannesburg on Tuesday morning.
Springboks hold World Rugby summit ahead of All Blacks series after Buenos Aires win
South Africa hold top spot on 93.96 ranking points ahead of the All Blacks series after their 17-10 win over Argentina, while Australia's narrow victory over Japan in Les Kiss's first match as head coach pushed Wales back into the top 10 for the first time since July 2024.
Amatosero ban effectively limited to one Test, remains available for Springbok clash
Miles Amatosero's three-match SANZAAR ban will cost the Wallabies just one Test, with a Shute Shield match and a Coaching Intervention Programme application absorbing two of the three matches. He remains on track to face the Springboks later in the Rugby Championship.
All Blacks to tour South Africa for first time since 1996 in 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' series
The All Blacks are touring South Africa for the first time since 1996 in a series dubbed 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry'.
Deon Fourie drafted into Springbok squad for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series
Deon Fourie has been called up to the Springbok squad for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series against New Zealand, joining the group in Johannesburg on Tuesday after returning from a lengthy injury absence.
Fourie called into Springbok squad for Greatest Rivalry series
Deon Fourie has been called into the Springbok squad for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series, rejoining the national setup for the first time since the 2023 Rugby World Cup Final.
Erasmus praises 'old Eben' but flags Feinberg-Mngomezulu rustiness after Argentina grind
Rassie Erasmus praised Eben Etzebeth's return to form after the lock completed 80 minutes in the Springboks' 17-10 win over Argentina, while flagging Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's rustiness and noting the broader toll of fielding ten injury returnees.
Fourie recalled to Springbok squad as Kolisi hamstring injury clouds Rugby Championship buildup
Deon Fourie has been recalled to the Springbok squad for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series, with his return from injury coinciding with fresh concerns over captain Siya Kolisi, who sustained a hamstring injury in Saturday's 17-10 win over Argentina in Buenos Aires.
Sharks lose Tshituka and Van Heerden ahead of All Blacks clash
Vincent Tshituka and Emile van Heerden have been ruled out of the Sharks squad for Tuesday's Greatest Rivalry clash with the All Blacks at Hollywoodbets Kings Park.
Sharks lose Van Heerden and Tshituka to injury ahead of All Blacks clash
Emile van Heerden and Vincent Tshituka have been ruled out of the Sharks' warm-up clash against the All Blacks at Kings Park on Tuesday, with Deon Slabbert and Corne Rahl called in as replacements.
Springbok hooker Piston van Wyk passes away at 82
Former Springbok hooker Piston van Wyk, who earned 15 Test caps between 1970 and 1976, has passed away at the age of 82, with SA Rugby president Mark Alexander leading the tributes.
Kolisi suffers fresh hamstring setback as Springboks grind past Argentina
Siya Kolisi departed after 24 minutes with a hamstring injury to his opposite leg during the Springboks' 17-10 victory over Argentina in Buenos Aires. The captain will undergo a scan to determine the severity of the issue ahead of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series against the All Blacks. Head coach Rassie Erasmus offered cautious optimism, suggesting the injury does not appear serious, though Kolisi's availability for the Ellis Park opener now hangs in the balance.
Erasmus lauds character as Springboks grind out victory despite ring-rust in Buenos Aires
Rassie Erasmus praised his side's resilience after the Springboks edged Argentina 17-10 at Estadio José Amalfitani on Saturday, despite a disjointed performance from players returning from injury. Cameron Hanekom's 62nd-minute try proved decisive as South Africa held firm under late pressure. The head coach acknowledged the display was far from perfect but took satisfaction from the character shown in difficult circumstances.
Springboks keeping close watch on All Blacks ahead of Johannesburg Test
The Springboks are closely monitoring the All Blacks' match against the Sharks in Durban on Tuesday as preparation for the opening Test in Johannesburg.