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Vermaak and Brits boost Boland for Stormers derby
Ex-Stormers prop Ali Vermaak makes his Boland Cavaliers debut against his former side on Sunday, with Blitzbok David Brits also returning to the match 23.
Holland returns from five-month injury absence ahead of Springbok series
Fabian Holland returned from a five-month shoulder injury, playing 40 minutes for Otago in a 78-14 NPC win over Mid Canterbury, boosting his prospects of making the All Blacks squad for next month's tour to South Africa.
Pumas, Griquas and Griffons host round four WSL 2 clashes on Saturday
The Pumas, Griquas and Griffons are all at home in round four of the Pick n Pay Women's Super League 2 on Saturday, with the unbeaten Pumas — who have crossed for 30 tries in three away wins — hosting Limpopo Blue Bulls in Mbombela without leading try-scorer Alicia Mahlalela.
Pumas, Griquas and Griffons all host in WSL 2 Round Four
The Pumas, Griquas and Griffons all host in round four of the Pick n Pay Women's Super League 2 on Saturday, with all three coming off winning weekends and eyeing semi-final positioning.
Back-to-back world champions: Junior Springboks' title defence rooted in SA school rugby
The Junior Springboks defended their World Rugby U20 Championship title with a 16-5 win over France in Georgia, with players from across South Africa's traditional school rugby powerhouses represented in the squad.
Rassie signals generational shift with tribute to Springbok old guard
Rassie Erasmus has posted a video tribute to the Springbok old guard, from Paul Roos to Siya Kolisi, describing the post as a thank you and suggesting the team is entering a new generational era.
Back-to-back world champions: The school roots behind SA's historic Junior Springboks
The Junior Springboks' back-to-back U20 World Championship triumph over France in Georgia has spotlighted the school rugby pipeline behind the squad, with players drawn from Grey College, Paul Roos, Paarl Boys', Affies and a dozen other traditional rugby schools across South Africa.
Erasmus Assembles Full-Strength Squad as Ten Injured Stars Return for Argentina Test
Rassie Erasmus has named a 43-man Springbok squad featuring the return of ten players from injury, including Eben Etzebeth, Siya Kolisi and Handré Pollard. The group, which contains no uncapped players, marks a shift from the experimental approach of the Nations Championship. With Argentina and the All Blacks series ahead, the head coach appears ready to deploy his strongest available resources.
Kiss recalls Salakaia-Loto after 'robust conversation' with no guarantees given
Les Kiss has recalled Lukhan Salakaia-Loto to the Wallabies training squad following a 'robust conversation' among his new coaching staff, making clear no player is guaranteed selection ahead of Tests against Japan, Argentina, the Springboks and the All Blacks.
O'Connor rules out Sharks move as fatherhood keeps him in Australia
James O'Connor has ruled out joining the Sharks, saying his wife's pregnancy brought an end to any plans to move to Durban, with the 36-year-old intent on staying in Australia.
Rassie signals changing of the guard with tribute to Springbok stalwarts
Rassie Erasmus has posted a video tribute to the Springbok 'old guard', from Paul Roos to Siya Kolisi, signalling he believes a generational shift is underway.
World Cup heartache drives Jantjies' push for 2027 Springbok spot
Herschel Jantjies, back in the Springbok fold after nearly three years, says missing the 2023 World Cup squad drives his push for Australia in 2027, with Erasmus naming a 26-man party for the Argentina trip and retaining 15-16 players at home to prepare for the All Blacks series.
De Villiers impresses as Barnes questions Kolisi's Springbok captaincy future
Former England fly-half Stuart Barnes has suggested Siya Kolisi's reign as Springbok captain could be under threat following Paul de Villiers' outstanding debut month. The Stormers flanker excelled in July's Nations Championship victories over England, Scotland and Wales, prompting Barnes to compare him to Ruben Kruger and Heinrich Brussow.
Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Kolisi return as Erasmus names 43-man squad
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has been recalled to Rassie Erasmus' 43-man Springbok squad alongside captain Siya Kolisi, as the world champions prepare for a split-camp approach ahead of the Greatest Rivalry tour. The squad will divide next week, with 15 players remaining in South Africa while a separate group travels to Buenos Aires for a one-off test against Argentina. Those 15 staying behind are expected to form the core of the side facing New Zealand in Johannesburg on 22 August.
Feinberg-Mngomezulu among ten recalled as Erasmus names 43-man squad
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Siya Kolisi headline ten recalls as Rassie Erasmus names a 43-man Springbok squad for the next block of internationals.
All Blacks eye size and physicality ahead of Springbok tour as Vaa'i emerges in utility role
New Zealand's selection strategy under Dave Rennie has placed emphasis on matching the Springboks' physicality ahead of August's four-Test tour to South Africa. Lock-cum-flanker Tupou Vaa'i has emerged as a versatile option in the All Blacks pack, drawing comparisons to Pieter-Steph du Toit after impressive Nations Championship performances. Former All Black Sir John Kirwan suggested Rennie's recent combinations were made with one eye on the world champions.
Moyo becomes youngest No 10 in Bok history as Erasmus eyes depth at flyhalf
Vusi Moyo became the youngest No 10 in Springbok history on debut against Wales, with Rassie Erasmus confirming Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Handré Pollard return for Argentina while Junior World Cup winner Yaqeen Ahmed adds further depth at the position.
Toulon sign Springbok Women star Cilliers, coach likens her to Pollard
Jakkie Cilliers has signed for French club Toulon from the Bulls Daisies, with head coach Stéphane Beyt-Gamonet hailing the deal as the club's biggest signing ever and comparing the 26-cap Springbok Women utility back to Handré Pollard.
Schmidt departs with worst Wallabies losing record in 55 years but insists he leaves platform for growth
Joe Schmidt departs as Wallabies coach after Saturday's 57-10 win over Italy, ending his tenure with a 61.29 percent losing record — the worst for an Australian coach in 55 years — but insisting he leaves Les Kiss a more stable platform than the one he inherited after the 2023 World Cup.
Alexander hails back-to-back Junior World titles as proof of pipeline health
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has hailed the Junior Springboks' back-to-back World Rugby Under-20 Championship titles — the latest following a 16-5 final win over France in Georgia — as evidence that the country's player development pathways are in robust health.