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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.
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.