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De Villiers embraces Bok collective ethos ahead of Wales clash as Erasmus eyes Argentina
Paul de Villiers backs the Springbok collective ethos ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Wales at Kings Park, while Rassie Erasmus confirms Kolisi misses the game with a niggle and outlines his squad split for the upcoming Argentina and All Blacks Tests.
Wales forwards coach warns Springboks can hurt you very quickly
Wales forwards coach Danny Wilson has acknowledged the scale of the challenge facing his side in Durban on Saturday, warning the Springboks can hurt opponents very quickly. The visitors are determined to improve on the 73-0 drubbing they suffered at Millennium Stadium last November.
Rassie explains new World Rugby referee protocols amid Quesada's frustration
Rassie Erasmus has explained the new World Rugby referee protocols — including opt-in pre-match meetings and a six-submission AMS system visible to all coaches — in the wake of Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada's frustration over officiating decisions in their Nations Championship loss to the All Blacks.
Davids flags first-half fade as Springbok priority fix
Deon Davids says the Springboks are focused on turning fast starts into full 80-minute performances after twice allowing opponents back into matches.
Moyo set for first Springbok start against Wales at Kings Park
Vusi Moyo, 20, starts at flyhalf for the Springboks against Wales at Kings Park on Saturday, one of four debutants in the Nations Championship Round Three XV. The former KES schoolboy and 2025 U20 World Championship winner has been working closely with Pollard and Libbok during the build-up to his first Test start.
Du Plessis targeting Springbok recall with Lions Currie Cup push
Lions loose forward Renzo du Plessis says a strong Currie Cup campaign is his route back into Springbok contention.
Reinach backs rookie Moyo to handle Springbok debut with ease
Cobus Reinach has expressed confidence in debutant flyhalf Vusi Moyo ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Wales in Durban. The 20-year-old, who still played for the Junior Springboks earlier this season, will earn his first Test cap alongside three other debutants. Moyo described the call-up as a dream come true, whilst Reinach believes the youngster possesses the temperament to handle the step up.
Wales forwards coach Wilson eyes physical battle with Boks at Kings Park
Wales forwards coach Danny Wilson has warned his side faces a significant physical step-up at Kings Park on Saturday, as they take on the Springboks in Round Three of the Nations Championship following last weekend's 35-21 defeat to Argentina in San Juan.
Reinach returns to Springbok starting XV against Wales at Kings Park
Cobus Reinach returns to the Springbok starting line-up at scrumhalf for Saturday's Nations Championship Round Three clash against Wales at Kings Park, with Herschel Jantjies back on the bench. One try short of 100 Test points, Reinach is playing his first Test start since a knee injury cut short his season in April.
Moyo set for debut as Davids flags Wales danger ahead of Durban Test
Vusi Moyo headlines four Springbok debutants against Wales in Durban on Saturday, with assistant coach Deon Davids cautioning that a resurgent Wales side will bring a proper Test-match challenge despite their loss to Argentina last week.
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.