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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.
De Klerk's last-gasp try sinks Stormers as Cheetahs climb to second
Faf de Klerk scored a last-minute try as the Cheetahs edged Stormers XXIII 31-26 at Athlone Stadium, claiming a five-try bonus-point win to move to second in the Currie Cup standings.
Erasmus to keep full squad intact as Springboks gear up for All Blacks series
Rassie Erasmus will keep his full 41-man squad together as the Springboks prepare for the four-Test series against New Zealand, with the opening Test in Johannesburg on 22 August and selection decisions two weeks away. Cameron Hanekom strengthened his case at No.8 in the 17-10 win over Argentina, though Erasmus confirmed Jasper Wiese remains first choice at the back of the scrum.
Stormers to feed back All Blacks intel to Springboks after tour opener
John Dobson confirms the Stormers will give the Springbok coaching staff feedback on the All Blacks following Friday's 38-21 tour defeat, building on a pre-match intel exchange that Dobson says produced at least one on-field dividend.
De Klerk snatches Currie Cup victory for Cheetahs with 80th-minute try
Faf de Klerk's 80th-minute try, at the end of a 29-phase move, gave the Cheetahs a 31-26 Currie Cup win over the Stormers XXIII at Athlone Stadium, moving them to second on the log.
Erasmus hails Hanekom's growth but reaffirms Wiese as first-choice No 8
Erasmus lauds Hanekom's progress at No 8 but confirms Wiese remains the Springboks' first choice.
Kolisi awaits scan results as Springboks manage hamstring concern ahead of All Blacks series
Siya Kolisi will undergo a scan to determine the severity of a hamstring injury suffered after 24 minutes of South Africa's 17-10 win over Argentina in Buenos Aires, with Rassie Erasmus offering cautious optimism ahead of the All Blacks series.
Kolisi awaits scan results after hamstring scare as Springboks turn focus to All Blacks series
Siya Kolisi is set for a scan after leaving South Africa's 17-10 Rugby Championship win over Argentina after just 24 minutes with a hamstring injury, with Rassie Erasmus cautiously optimistic about the severity ahead of the All Blacks series.
Boks grind out 17–10 win in Buenos Aires as Kolisi departs with hamstring injury
The Springboks beat Argentina 17–10 in Buenos Aires but the result is overshadowed by Siya Kolisi's hamstring injury in the 24th minute, which puts his Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Series participation in doubt. Edwill van der Merwe scored the leveller before half-time and Cameron Hanekom dotted down off a dominant scrum in the 63rd minute to seal the win, with Etzebeth captaining the side for the remainder.
Boks grind out 17–10 win in Buenos Aires but Kolisi injury clouds result
The Springboks beat Argentina 17–10 in Buenos Aires but Siya Kolisi's hamstring injury in the 24th minute threatens his involvement in the upcoming series against the All Blacks. Cameron Hanekom's scrum try in the 63rd minute proved decisive after the Boks trailed 10–3 at half-time.
Erasmus satisfied with fitness returns despite scrappy Buenos Aires win
Erasmus says the 17-10 win over Argentina in Buenos Aires was about match fitness rather than preparation for New Zealand, with Kolisi going off injured after 25 minutes but De Jager, Etzebeth, Reinach and Feinberg-Mngomezulu all returning to action ahead of the four-Test series starting at Ellis Park on August 22.
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.