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Erasmus explains Louw omission and confirms Norton out for up to ten weeks with grade-three hamstring tear
Erasmus has explained Wilco Louw's omission from the Springbok 23 on grounds of accumulated physical and personal strain, while confirming Riley Norton is out for eight to ten weeks after tearing his hamstring in training, ending any prospect of a debut against England.
Erasmus backs Porthen as long-term Louw successor ahead of England Test
Erasmus has publicly backed Zachary Porthen as the long-term successor to Wilco Louw at tighthead, with Louw rested for personal reasons ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship opener against England at Ellis Park.
Bok Women back training intensity to bridge competitive gap against USA in historic Johannesburg Test
Assistant coach Franzel September says the Springbok Women's training intensity over recent weeks will offset the USA's competitive advantage ahead of Saturday's historic first Test between the two sides on South African soil in Johannesburg. Byrhandré Dolf is set to step back from kicking duties, with Libbie Janse van Rensburg and Jakkie Cilliers expected to take on that responsibility.
SuperSport giving away tickets to Bok matches across 2026 season
SuperSport is giving away tickets to nearly every Springbok fixture in 2026 — from the home Nations Championship and Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series to the November tour and London finals — as part of a DStv Premium subscriber draw.
Norton's Test debut dashed by Grade Three hamstring tear ahead of England opener
Riley Norton's Springbok debut against England on Saturday has been ended by a Grade Three hamstring tear sustained in training, with Rassie Erasmus confirming an eight-to-ten week recovery. The injury compounds South Africa's second-row problems, with Franco Mostert and Lood de Jager also unavailable.
Norton's Test debut dashed by Grade Three hamstring tear as Bok lock stocks thin further
Riley Norton's Test debut against England has been ended by a Grade Three hamstring tear sustained in training, with Rassie Erasmus estimating an eight-to-ten week recovery. The injury deepens South Africa's second-row crisis, with Mostert and De Jager also unavailable.
Libbok gets the nod at flyhalf for England Test opener
Manie Libbok starts at flyhalf for the Springboks against England at Ellis Park in the opening Nations Championship Test on Saturday.
England arrive at Ellis Park with nothing to lose as Borthwick reshapes squad
England travel to Johannesburg for Saturday's Nations Championship opener against the Springboks in the midst of significant transition. Steve Borthwick has named five uncapped players in a 36-man touring party and will field Jamie George as captain in place of the rested Maro Itoje. The visitors face a Springbok side mindful of their own Ellis Park vulnerability after last year's heavy defeat to Australia at the same venue.
Junior Springboks keep feet on ground after 104-7 demolition of Uruguay
The Junior Springboks opened their 2026 Junior World Championship campaign with a 104-7 demolition of Uruguay in Tbilisi, but matchday captain Rambo Kubheka and hat-trick scorer Jordan Steenkamp are focused on the step up in intensity when they face hosts Georgia on Thursday.
Junior Boks eye Georgia test after 104-7 demolition of Uruguay
The Junior Springboks beat Uruguay 104-7 in their 2026 Junior World Championship opener in Tbilisi, scoring 16 tries, but the camp is already focused on a tougher challenge against hosts Georgia on Thursday.
Tandy to cut Wales squad ahead of Nations Championship campaign
Steve Tandy will cut Wales' 48-man squad to 32–34 players early next week ahead of their Nations Championship campaign, which includes a Test against the Springboks.
US Consulate General welcomes Springboks ahead of historic Baltimore Test
The U.S. Consulate General in Johannesburg has welcomed the Springboks ahead of the September 12 Test against the All Blacks in Baltimore — the first-ever Springboks-All Blacks clash on American soil and the fourth Test of the 2026 Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.
Junior Boks open title defence with 104-7 demolition of Uruguay
The Junior Springboks opened their World Rugby U20 Championship title defence with a 104-7 win over Uruguay in Tbilisi, leading 50-0 at half-time, with hat-tricks from Jordan Steenkamp and Risima Khosa. Coach Kevin Foote praised the squad's intent and confirmed rotation ahead of their next pool match against hosts Georgia.
JP Pietersen backs Vusi Moyo to thrive at Test level
JP Pietersen says Vusi Moyo has the big-match temperament to thrive in the Springbok environment.
Junior Boks open JWC with 104-7 demolition of Uruguay
The Junior Springboks opened their Junior World Championship campaign with a commanding 104-7 win over Uruguay in Tbilisi, scoring 16 tries with hat-tricks from Jordan Steenkamp and Risima Khosa, before turning their attention to hosts Georgia.
Junior Boks equal winning streak with 16-try demolition of Uruguay
The Junior Springboks opened their World Rugby U20 Championship title defence with a commanding 104-7 victory over Uruguay at Avchala Stadium in Tbilisi on Saturday evening. The triumph, featuring 16 tries and hat-tricks from Risima Khosa and Jordan Steenkamp, marked the South Africans' seventh consecutive win at the tournament, equalling their best run from 2012–13.
Junior Boks run in 16 tries in 104-7 demolition of Uruguay to open JWC title defence
The Junior Springboks opened their JWC title defence with a 104-7 demolition of Uruguay in Tbilisi, scoring 16 tries — including hat-tricks from Risima Khosa and Jordan Steenkamp — to extend their winning run at the tournament to seven matches, equalling their all-time best streak.
Junior Boks run in 16 tries against Uruguay to open JWC title defence
The Junior Springboks opened their JWC title defence with a 104-7 win over Uruguay in Tbilisi, crossing for 16 tries including hat-tricks from Risima Khosa and Jordan Steenkamp to extend their unbeaten run at the tournament to seven matches.
Koch try not enough as Wales edge Faf's Barbarians at Twickenham
Vincent Koch scored for the Barbarians at Twickenham but Wales edged the Faf de Klerk-led side in a hard-fought match.
Fassi to take Japan sabbatical as Sharks face fullback shortage
Aphelele Fassi will spend the 2026/27 season in Japan as part of a sabbatical clause in his Sharks contract, returning to Durban in July 2027. The move leaves the Sharks without three fullbacks for next season, with Hakeem Kunene and Luan Giliomee both having departed to the Bulls.