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Junior Bok team doctor saves passenger's life on flight home after world title triumph
Junior Springbok team doctor Clement Plaatjies resuscitated a fellow passenger mid-flight on the squad's return to Cape Town, with the aircraft diverting back to OR Tambo after the woman was found with no pulse. The incident followed the Junior Boks' historic 16-5 final win over France in Tbilisi that secured back-to-back Junior World Championship titles.
Springboks complete perfect Nations Championship start with Wales whitewash in Durban
South Africa concluded the Southern Hemisphere leg of the Nations Championship with a 43-0 demolition of Wales at Kings Park, their third consecutive bonus-point victory. Rassie Erasmus fielded four debutants in a seventh different starting XV across three rounds, extending the world champions' unbeaten run whilst deepening squad resources ahead of the All Blacks series and the 2027 World Cup cycle.
Erasmus admits some Springboks handled pressure better in Wales rout
Rassie Erasmus acknowledged that certain players coped with Test match intensity more effectively in the 43-0 demolition of Wales than they had against Scotland a week earlier. The Springboks head coach praised improved defence and set-piece work in Durban, though handling errors remained a concern. The victory marked South Africa's third outing in the Nations Championship, with Erasmus continuing his rotation policy after fielding a full-strength side against England.
Wiese brothers become 37th sibling pair to wear green and gold in 43-0 demolition of Wales
Cobus and Jasper Wiese became the 37th sibling pair to play together for the Springboks, both delivering standout performances in a 43-0 Nations Championship victory over Wales at Kings Park Stadium.
Alexander hails back-to-back Junior World titles as proof of pipeline strength
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander welcomed the Junior Springboks home after their back-to-back World Rugby Under-20 Championship title, citing the 16-5 win over France as further evidence that South Africa's player pathways and development structures are producing results at every level.
Alexander hails back-to-back Junior World titles as proof of pipeline strength
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has praised the Junior Springboks' back-to-back Under-20 World Championship titles as proof that South Africa's player development pipeline is thriving, after the Junior Boks defeated France 16-5 in Georgia to retain the title they won in Italy in 2025.
Erasmus hails 'nervous' Moyo after youngest Bok fly-half makes history in Wales rout
Vusi Moyo became the youngest fly-half in Springbok history at 20 years and 27 days when he started against Wales at Kings Park on Saturday, helping the world champions to a comprehensive victory. Rassie Erasmus praised the debutant's composure despite visible nerves, withdrawing him early in the second half as fatigue set in. The performance underscored South Africa's growing depth at fly-half ahead of the Argentina tour.
De Villiers voted Bok MVP again after 43-0 demolition of Wales
Paul de Villiers wins the Auto & General Springbok MVP award following the Boks' 43-0 win over Wales at Kings Park.
Springboks top Nations Championship standings despite Erasmus prioritising depth over silverware
South Africa have finished the opening phase of the Nations Championship as the top-ranked side with a perfect 15 points and a points difference of +81, despite Rassie Erasmus publicly stating the tournament was not a priority. The Boks averaged 43 points and seven tries across July victories over England, Scotland and Wales while fielding 43 players, more than any other competing nation.
Pumas remain unbeaten as Griquas and Griffons claim wins in WSL2
The Pumas remain the only unbeaten team in WSL2 after a 44-22 win over Leopards, while Griquas hammered Limpopo 73-15 and Griffons edged Valke 34-33 in a dramatic finish in Kempton Park.
Erasmus satisfied as Boks 'fix' second-quarter problem in 43-0 Wales whitewash
Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks have corrected their second-quarter concentration problems after a dominant 43-0 Nations Championship victory over Wales at Kings Park, with four players making their Test debuts in the process.
Cheetahs edge Lions 29-27 in Currie Cup thriller as Finca hat-trick goes in vain
The Cheetahs beat the Lions 29-27 at Toyota Stadium in a Currie Cup opener that produced eight tries and lead changes throughout, with debutant Lions centre Likhona Finca's hat-trick ultimately not enough as a last-gasp Rabz Maxwane knock-on ended the Lions' comeback bid.
All Blacks close gap on Springboks in updated World Rankings
South Africa remain top of the World Rugby Rankings but their lead over New Zealand has shrunk to 1.68 points after the Springboks earned no points from their 43-0 win over Wales while the All Blacks gained 1.24 for beating Ireland.
Pollard hamstring blow offset by Feinberg-Mngomezulu return for Argentina
Handré Pollard has been ruled out with a hamstring injury, but Rassie Erasmus confirmed that Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu will rejoin the Springboks squad for next month's clash against Argentina in Buenos Aires. The 22-year-old has recovered from surgery following an injury sustained in late May. Pollard's absence forced the coaching staff to hand Vusi Moyo a surprise start against Wales in Durban.
Feinberg-Mngomezulu cleared for Argentina trip as Pollard hamstring injury explained Moyo call against Wales
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu will travel with the Springboks to Argentina after recovering from surgery, while Rassie Erasmus confirmed Handré Pollard missed the Wales Test with a hamstring injury — circumstances that led to Vusi Moyo's debut in the 43-0 win.
Wales nilled again as Springboks run in seven tries in Durban
South Africa beat Wales 43-0 in Durban — the second time in eight months the Springboks have nilled the Welsh — with seven different players crossing the try line as Wales struggled to make any impression on attack or defence.
Junior Springboks defend Junior World Championship title with 16-5 win over France in Tbilisi
The Junior Springboks have defended the Junior World Championship title, beating France 16-5 in Tbilisi to claim South Africa's third U-20 world crown following victories in 2012 and 2024.
Erasmus explains Moyo substitution as youngest Bok flyhalf ever impresses on debut
Rassie Erasmus praised Vusi Moyo's composure on debut despite visible nerves, explaining the 47th-minute substitution as fatigue-related after the youngster became the youngest flyhalf in Springbok history in the 48-0 win over Wales.
Sheehan calls for 'right mindset' after Ireland's Nations Championship tour ends in defeat
Dan Sheehan says Ireland must find a better mindset to compete at the top level after a 40-21 Nations Championship defeat to New Zealand in Auckland, with South Africa among their Dublin opponents in November.
Esterhuizen avoids surgery on fractured cheekbone, All Blacks Test in contention
Esterhuizen avoids surgery on a fractured cheekbone and remains in the frame for the Springboks' upcoming Test against the All Blacks.