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Kolbe replaces Arendse as Pollard injury forces Bok reshuffle for second All Blacks Test
Handré Pollard is out with a calf injury, bringing Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu into the starting XV for Saturday's second Test in Cape Town, while Cheslin Kolbe replaces Kurt-Lee Arendse on the wing following a late fitness assessment.
Kolisi: Experience means nothing without execution against All Blacks
Kolisi says the Springboks must convert the lessons of their Ellis Park loss into action against the All Blacks in Cape Town on Saturday.
World Rugby Rankings: Springboks Can Reclaim Top Spot with Cape Town Victory
South Africa will return to the summit of the World Rugby rankings if they avenge last weekend's defeat to New Zealand in the second Test at Cape Town Stadium. The All Blacks currently hold a 1.82-point advantage after their 33-16 triumph at Ellis Park, but any Springbok victory would see Rassie Erasmus's side leapfrog their rivals. Meanwhile, Australia and Argentina meet in Jujuy with seventh place in the standings at stake.
Springboks can reclaim top spot this weekend — but another loss won't cost them second
South Africa can reclaim the World Rugby Men's Rankings top spot by defeating New Zealand this weekend, while a second successive All Blacks win could open a gap of up to 4.28 points over the Springboks.
Boks face watershed moment as Gardner appointment raises scrum battle stakes
The Springboks must win Saturday's second test at DHL Stadium to keep their Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series hopes alive after last week's 33-16 defeat at Ellis Park. The late appointment of Australian referee Angus Gardner has intensified focus on the scrum battle, with All Blacks coach Dave Rennie having lobbied World Rugby over alleged illegalities in South Africa's dominant set-piece display. Thomas du Toit insists the Boks have parked the disappointment and worked swiftly to correct their mistakes.
Crowley ruled out of November Springbok clash as Ireland flyhalf blow deepens
Jack Crowley has been ruled out of Ireland's November Test against South Africa after Munster confirmed his recovery from a lower limb vascular injury will not be complete until the new year.
Pollard injury scare threatens Springbok plans for Cape Town Test
Handré Pollard is reportedly doubtful for Saturday's second Test against the All Blacks in Cape Town after a training calf injury, which would force Rassie Erasmus to turn to either Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu or Manie Libbok at flyhalf. Pieter-Steph du Toit wins his 100th cap, while Siya Kolisi has passed his fitness test to captain the side.
Kolbe returns, Feinberg-Mngomezulu starts as Pollard ruled out for Cape Town Test
Cheslin Kolbe returns to the starting lineup and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu keeps the No 10 jersey as Handré Pollard is ruled out with a hamstring injury for the second Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test against the All Blacks in Cape Town on Saturday. Kurt-Lee Arendse drops out of the squad, Cobus Reinach replaces Grant Williams at scrumhalf, and Manie Libbok shifts to the bench.
Pollard injury cloud over Cape Town Test as du Toit set for century
Handré Pollard is reportedly injured and may miss the Cape Town Test against the All Blacks, while Pieter-Steph du Toit is set to earn his 100th cap and Siya Kolisi has been confirmed fit to captain the side.
Stransky and Brooke inducted into World Rugby Hall of Fame
Former Springbok flyhalf Joel Stransky and All Blacks loose forward Zinzan Brooke have become the first of seven modern greats inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame as the class of 2026. The pair, both Rugby World Cup winners on home soil, were honoured at a special dinner in Cape Town ahead of the second Test between South Africa and New Zealand.
Kolbe returns as Pollard injury hands Feinberg-Mngomezulu Cape Town start
Cheslin Kolbe has recovered from the knock that forced him off in Johannesburg and will start against the All Blacks at DHL Stadium on Saturday. Handré Pollard's training niggle opens the door for Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu at flyhalf, with Manie Libbok promoted to the replacements bench. Kurt-Lee Arendse drops out of the matchday squad entirely as the Springboks reshuffle their backline for the second Castle Double Malt Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Series Test.
Kolbe returns, Feinberg-Mngomezulu starts as Pollard withdrawal reshapes Bok backline for Cape Town Test
A Handré Pollard injury has forced a reshaped Springbok backline for Saturday's Cape Town Test, with Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu starting at flyhalf and a fully recovered Cheslin Kolbe returning to the wing in place of Kurt-Lee Arendse.
Stransky and Zinzan Brooke headline World Rugby Hall of Fame class of 2026
Joel Stransky and Zinzan Brooke have been inducted as the first two members of the World Rugby Hall of Fame class of 2026, honoured at a dinner in Cape Town ahead of the second Test between South Africa and New Zealand.
Feinberg-Mngomezulu starts as Pollard withdraws; Kolbe replaces Arendse for Cape Town test
Pollard withdraws injured, handing Feinberg-Mngomezulu the flyhalf start against the All Blacks in Cape Town, while Kolbe returns fit to replace Arendse.
Pollard and Reinach recalled as Erasmus seeks control after Ellis Park humbling
Rassie Erasmus has made sweeping changes to his Springbok side for Saturday's rematch with New Zealand at DHL Stadium, recalling Handré Pollard and Cobus Reinach at half-back after the 33-16 defeat in Johannesburg. Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu drops to the bench while Grant Williams is ruled out through injury. Former Springbok coach Nick Mallett has backed the alterations, insisting Erasmus remains the man best placed to steer South Africa's response.
Stransky inducted into World Rugby Hall of Fame as part of Class of 2026
Joel Stransky has been inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026, recognised alongside former All Black Zinzan Brooke at a dinner in Cape Town on Thursday.
Du Toit backs Boks to bounce back in Cape Town as milestone caps add extra motivation
Thomas du Toit says the Springboks have processed last week's loss to New Zealand quickly and are focused on rectifying their errors at DHL Stadium on Saturday, a match that will see Ox Nche earn his 50th cap and Pieter-Steph du Toit become only the 11th Springbok to reach 100 Tests.
Rennie vows All Blacks scrum improvement after World Rugby consultation
All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has promised a stronger scrum performance in Saturday's second Test at DHL Stadium, revealing his side have raised concerns with World Rugby following their 33-16 victory at Ellis Park. The New Zealand mentor acknowledged several areas requiring improvement despite the comprehensive win.
Amashukeli illness forces referee reshuffle for Tests Two and Three
Nika Amashukeli's illness has seen Angus Gardner promoted to referee for Test Two in Cape Town, with the Georgian official rescheduled to take charge of Test Three in Johannesburg on 5 September.
Reinach: All Blacks targeted our breakdowns, not our 9s
Cobus Reinach says New Zealand's game plan targeted the Springboks' breakdown rather than their scrumhalves specifically, and that the resulting pressure directly caused his yellow card in the first Test defeat at Ellis Park.