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Nike unveils special-edition Springbok jersey for All Blacks series
Nike and SA Rugby have unveiled a special-edition Springbok jersey for the four-Test All Blacks series, featuring the lyrics of Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika in all five languages printed in the shape of the South African flag, going on sale from 6 August.
Springboks unveil special-edition jersey for Greatest Rivalry Tour against All Blacks
SA Rugby and Nike have unveiled a special-edition Springbok jersey for the Greatest Rivalry Tour featuring the lyrics of Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika in all five anthem languages, available from August 6 and worn exclusively across the four Tests against the All Blacks.
Rugby's Greatest Rivalry returns as All Blacks embark on first full South Africa tour in 30 years
New Zealand will tour South Africa for the first time since 1996 in an eight-match series designed to revive traditional touring formats. The All Blacks will face all four Vodacom URC franchises before a four-Test series against the world champion Springboks, led by Siya Kolisi. The tour offers provincial sides a rare opportunity to test themselves against one of rugby's most iconic teams.
Nike and SA Rugby unveil special-edition jersey for All Blacks series
Nike and SA Rugby have unveiled a special-edition Springbok jersey for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Tour, featuring the lyrics of Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika in all five languages printed in the shape of the South African flag. The jersey will be worn exclusively in the four Tests against the All Blacks, going on sale on 6 August.
How to watch the Greatest Rivalry Tour 2026: Springboks vs All Blacks broadcaster guide
Official broadcasters and streaming options confirmed for the All Blacks' first tour of South Africa since 1996.
Van den Berg beats recovery timeline, ready to rejoin Bok scrumhalf race
Morné van den Berg has beaten his four-to-six month recovery timeline from a torn bicep and is back competing for the Springbok No.9 jersey, crediting his faith, rehabilitation discipline and support team for the ahead-of-schedule return.
Rassie dismisses 'bad boys' narrative ahead of Buenos Aires clash
Rassie Erasmus has dismissed suggestions the Springboks are preparing for a feisty encounter against Argentina in Buenos Aires, downplaying the 'bad boys' talk stemming from Los Pumas' ill-tempered clash with England last month.
Feinberg-Mngomezulu urges caution ahead of Argentina return, cites Twickenham lesson
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu returns from a three-month injury layoff to face Argentina in Buenos Aires on Saturday, urging caution by citing the Pumas' competitive showing at Twickenham last November rather than his record 37-point Durban performance, while declining to look ahead to the All Blacks series.
Rassie confident in Kolisi fitness but expects managed minutes against Argentina
Rassie Erasmus is confident Kolisi will be fit to face Argentina on Saturday but expects both the captain and Eben Etzebeth to be substituted before fulltime.
Feinberg-Mngomezulu returns with team-first focus for Argentina Test
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu returns for his 20th Test against Argentina on Saturday, two months after a syndesmosis ankle injury, saying his focus is on slotting back into the Springbok system rather than making up for lost time.
Sky Sports extends SANZAAR deal to 2030, securing exclusive UK rights to Springboks-All Blacks series
Sky Sports has renewed its SANZAAR broadcast deal through to 2030, securing exclusive UK rights to the Springboks-All Blacks Greatest Rivalry series, the Rugby Championship from 2027–2029, Super Rugby Pacific, and the Springboks' 2030 tour of New Zealand.
All Blacks' Greatest Rivalry Series opener against Stormers to be free-to-air in New Zealand
NZR and Sky Sport will make the All Blacks' opening tour match against the Stormers on 7 August free to watch in New Zealand, as part of comprehensive coverage plans for the first All Blacks tour of South Africa since 1996.
World Rugby confirms match officials for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour
World Rugby has confirmed the match officials for all eight Rugby's Greatest Rivalry fixtures, with Matthew Carley, Nika Amashukeli, Angus Gardner and Karl Dickson sharing the four Test appointments and the provincial games between them.
Davids hails return of Etzebeth and De Jager for Argentina Test
Assistant coach Deon Davids has welcomed the return of several experienced Springboks ahead of Saturday's one-off Test against Argentina in Buenos Aires. Eben Etzebeth, Lood de Jager, Siya Kolisi and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu are all expected to feature after injury layoffs, with Davids emphasising the fixture's importance for building depth and sharpening standards.
Fit-again Van den Berg ready to push for Springbok No 9 jersey against Argentina
Morné 'Krappie' van den Berg says he is injury-free and targeting Saturday's clash against Argentina as his chance to re-enter the Springbok No 9 debate.
Davids dismisses warm-up talk ahead of Buenos Aires Test
Deon Davids has dismissed suggestions the Buenos Aires Test is a warm-up, with Etzebeth, De Jager and Feinberg-Mngomezulu among the returning players as the Boks prepare for Saturday's clash against Argentina.
Springboks dismiss Argentina 'warm-up' claims as Kolisi and Etzebeth set for return
South Africa have rejected suggestions that Saturday's Test in Buenos Aires is merely a dress rehearsal for next month's series against New Zealand. Assistant coach Deon Davids insisted the Springboks are treating the fixture as a full Test despite fielding a squad featuring several returning stars, including captain Siya Kolisi and lock Eben Etzebeth.
Davids warns against warm-up mentality as Springboks prepare for Buenos Aires test
Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids has rejected suggestions that Saturday's Test in Buenos Aires is a warm-up for the All Blacks series, warning that approaching Argentina on home soil with that mindset would be a serious mistake, as returning stars including Kolisi, Etzebeth and Feinberg-Mngomezulu are set to feature against a Pumas side fielding 10 uncapped players.
Buenos Aires Test to Gauge Feinberg-Mngomezulu Fitness Ahead of All Blacks Series
The Springboks arrived in Buenos Aires on Sunday ahead of Saturday's Test against Argentina, with Rassie Erasmus set to name his side on Tuesday. The fixture offers a crucial opportunity to assess Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's readiness for the All Blacks series opener in Johannesburg on 22 August, following the flyhalf's injury in late May. Assistant coach Deon Davids has dismissed suggestions the match is merely a warm-up.
Davids dismisses warm-up talk ahead of Argentina Test
Deon Davids has shut down suggestions that the Buenos Aires Test against Argentina is merely a warm-up for the All Blacks series.