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Scotland without Steyn, Darge and Samuel for Fiji clash after Loftus defeat
Scotland are without Steyn (foot), Darge (concussion) and Samuel (knee surgery) for Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Fiji at Murrayfield, after all three were involved — or set to be — in last weekend's 42-28 loss to the Springboks.
Reinach backs debutant flyhalf Moyo ahead of first Test start
Cobus Reinach has backed flyhalf Vusi Moyo to cope with the pressure of his first Test start, with the rookie set to line up alongside a host of two-time World Cup winners.
Wales captain Lake doubtful for Springbok Test with groin injury
Wales captain Dewi Lake is in danger of missing Saturday's Nations Championship fixture against South Africa due to a groin injury.
Wales call up Dee and Thomas ahead of Springbok clash as Lake's fitness in doubt
Wales have called up Elliot Dee and Freddie Thomas ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship clash with the Springboks in Durban, with captain Dewi Lake a fitness doubt due to a groin injury.
Erasmus prioritises player development over winning streak ahead of Wales clash
Rassie Erasmus has named four uncapped players in his starting XV for Saturday's Nations Championship fixture against Wales in Durban, emphasising that blooding new talent under pressure outweighs personal milestones. The Springbok coach, who fielded 12 players with fewer than 10 caps in last week's victory over Scotland, insists testing youngsters against top-tier opposition is the only way to assess their readiness for the 2027 World Cup cycle.
Erasmus splits squad as Boks juggle Argentina trip and All Blacks preparation
Rassie Erasmus will divide his Springbok squad after Saturday's Wales clash, sending a senior-heavy group to Argentina on 8 August while retaining 15–17 players in South Africa to prepare for the opening Test of the Greatest Rivalry series against New Zealand on 22 August. The split strategy aims to counter the All Blacks' acclimatisation advantage as they face three South African franchises in the build-up.
Sadie Set for Debut as Springbok Tighthead Depth Defies Global Norms
Carlu Sadie is poised to make his Test debut against Wales in Durban, the latest beneficiary of South Africa's extraordinary depth at tighthead prop. With Frans Malherbe unlikely to return and Vincent Koch nearing retirement, the Springboks have seamlessly integrated Zachary Porthen, Wilco Louw and Thomas du Toit into their front-row rotation. Rassie Erasmus has praised Sadie's work ethic ahead of his first cap, while Du Toit sits out the Wales fixture after a heavy workload with Bath.
Erasmus: Springboks will play for Makwedini and Adams
Rassie Erasmus has dedicated the Wales Test to Luqobo Makwedini, the 20-year-old former SA U18 prop who collapsed and died during training with AS Béziers Hérault on Friday, and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams, who was found dead in Cape Town on Saturday.
Sadie extends Bordeaux deal ahead of expected Bok debut against Wales
Carlu Sadie has extended his Bordeaux-Bègles contract through 2029 and is in line for his Springbok Test debut against Wales this weekend.
De Villiers backs Springbok structures after impressive two-Test start
Paul de Villiers reflects on back-to-back strong Test performances after his last-minute debut call-up against England, crediting the Springbok environment and South Africa's player development pathway ahead of Saturday's clash with Wales.
SA Rugby to review Springbok ticket prices following supporter backlash
SA Rugby has committed to a comprehensive review of its ticketing strategy at the end of the 2026 season, with president Mark Alexander acknowledging that some ticket categories require closer scrutiny. The governing body rejected suggestions of profiteering, pointing to a financial loss in 2025, while emphasising the need to balance accessibility with financial sustainability.
SA Rugby commits to ticket pricing review ahead of 2027 season
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has confirmed the union will review its ticketing structure at the end of the 2026 season, acknowledging pricing concerns while noting the union ran at a loss in 2025.
SA Rugby to review Springbok ticket pricing ahead of 2027 season
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has confirmed a comprehensive review of Springbok Test ticket pricing at the end of the 2026 season, with changes targeted for 2027, following fan backlash over the current pricing structure.
Erasmus backs 'nice and calm' Moyo to deliver on debut against Wales
Rassie Erasmus has expressed confidence in fly-half Vusi Moyo ahead of the 19-year-old's Test debut against Wales in Durban on Saturday. The Springbok head coach praised Moyo's composure, physicality and kicking game, describing him as a 'really big boy' who does not shy away from contact. Moyo is one of four uncapped players selected for the Nations Championship encounter, continuing South Africa's policy of blooding new talent from positions of strength.
Erasmus backs four debutants to deliver as Springboks host Wales in Durban
Rassie Erasmus has backed fly-half Vusi Moyo, wing Jaco Williams, lock Ruben van Heerden and tighthead Carlu Sadie to make their mark on Test rugby when the Springboks face Wales in Durban on Saturday.
Rassie Erasmus compares debutant Vusi Moyo to Handré Pollard ahead of Wales clash
Rassie Erasmus has drawn parallels between uncapped flyhalf Vusi Moyo and Handré Pollard as the Springbok coach prepares to hand four players their Test debuts against Wales on Saturday. The selection reflects a bold approach in the absence of established names, with Moyo set to orchestrate an attacking backline built for tempo and broken-field play. Erasmus' willingness to trust fresh faces in key positions underscores South Africa's depth and ambition.
Rassie likens debutant Moyo to Pollard ahead of Wales Test
Rassie Erasmus has likened uncapped flyhalf Vusi Moyo to Handré Pollard as four debutants prepare to face Wales on Saturday.
Horn credits Pollard for easing flyhalf transition in Bok win over Scotland
Quan Horn has described how Handré Pollard helped him thrive in the flyhalf role during the Springboks' 42-28 win over Scotland, with the arrangement part of a planned second-half experiment by Rassie Erasmus as he maps out World Cup combinations.
De Villiers voted Bok MVP after Loftus demolition of Scotland
Paul de Villiers claimed the fan-voted Bok MVP award after the Springboks beat Scotland 42-28 at Loftus Versfeld.
Erasmus relieved as experimental Springboks survive Scotland scare at Loftus
A heavily rotated Springbok side weathered a spirited Scotland challenge to claim a 42-28 victory in the Nations Championship at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. Rassie Erasmus made 10 changes from the England win, fielding 12 players with fewer than 10 caps, and watched his side surrender two separate leads before pulling clear in the second half. The result keeps South Africa atop the Southern Hemisphere conference on points difference from New Zealand.