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Jobb try keeps Blitzboks' title hopes alive as Fiji rematch looms in Bordeaux quarters
Sebastian Jobb's late try earned the Blitzboks a crucial bonus point in a 15-12 pool defeat to Fiji in Bordeaux, securing a quarterfinal spot as lucky losers and an immediate rematch with Fiji on Saturday at 15h52, while effectively ending Argentina's Championship hopes and leaving Australia as the only realistic threat in the overall standings.
Blitzboks open Bordeaux Sevens campaign against Great Britain, Kenya and Fiji
The Blitzboks face Great Britain, Kenya and Fiji in pool play at the Bordeaux Sevens.
Blitzboks beat Kenya 26-5 to set up must-win Fiji clash at Bordeaux Sevens
The Blitzboks beat Kenya 26-5 at the Bordeaux Sevens, with Shilton van Wyk and Quewin Nortje each scoring two tries, setting up a must-win quarter-final qualification clash against Fiji on Saturday.
Blitzboks bounce back with 26-5 win over Kenya at Bordeaux Sevens
Shilton van Wyk and Quewin Nortje scored two tries each as the Blitzboks beat Kenya 26-5 at the Bordeaux Sevens, setting up a must-win clash with Fiji on Saturday.
Klopper handed Bulls start ahead of Louw for URC semifinal
Francois Klopper has been selected to start at tighthead prop for the Vodacom Bulls' URC semifinal against Glasgow Warriors at Murrayfield, with Springbok Wilco Louw named among the replacements. Bulls coach Johan Ackermann described the decision as performance-based, rewarding Klopper for his consistent displays throughout the campaign. Louw, who missed the quarterfinal through illness, will provide experienced cover from the bench.
Klopper rewarded with Bulls start as Louw drops to bench for URC semifinal
Francois Klopper has been handed a starting berth ahead of Springbok tighthead Wilco Louw for the Vodacom Bulls' United Rugby Championship semifinal against Glasgow Warriors at Murrayfield on Saturday. Bulls coach Johan Ackermann confirmed the selection was performance-based, citing Klopper's improved form throughout the campaign and his standout display in the quarterfinal victory over Munster when Louw was unavailable through illness.
Bordeaux president urges Du Preez to consider retirement over concussion concerns
Bordeaux-Bègles president Laurent Marti has called on Jean-Luc du Preez to consider retirement, saying he is "very scared" by the Springbok loose forward's ongoing concussion issues after the 30-year-old managed just three appearances this season.
Klopper starts at tighthead as Bulls name experienced XV for Glasgow semifinal
Francois Klopper starts at tighthead ahead of Wilco Louw as the Bulls name 11 Springboks in their starting XV for Saturday's URC semifinal against Glasgow Warriors at Murrayfield, with Marcell Coetzee and Johan Grobbelaar both reaching personal milestones in the match.
Bordeaux finale: Blitzboks one final away from World Championship glory, SA Women fighting to avoid SVNS2
The Blitzboks enter the Bordeaux SVNS World Championship finale as four-point leaders, needing a final appearance to seal the title, while the Springbok Women face a tough survival battle in 10th place and Kenya are on the cusp of confirming their core series status.
Alexander flags U20 pathway as stepping stone for Fiji and Japan Rugby Championship inclusion
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander says SANZAAR is eyeing U20 competition inclusion as a stepping stone for Japan and Fiji's potential entry into the Rugby Championship, with any senior expansion unlikely before the current SANZAAR agreement expires in 2030.
Papier claims URC South African Player of the Season after Rassie snub
Embrose Papier has been named the United Rugby Championship's South African Player of the Season after a standout campaign for the Bulls. The 29-year-old scrum-half scored 11 tries and earned the accolade just months after being overlooked for the initial Springboks alignment camp.
Papier named URC Player of the Season as Bulls prepare for Glasgow semifinal
Embrose Papier has been named SA Vodacom URC Player of the Season after scoring 11 tries and producing standout stats across the campaign, with the Bulls scrumhalf also eyeing a first Springbok recall since 2018 ahead of Saturday's semifinal against Glasgow.
James Doleman to referee South Africa v England as World Rugby confirms Nations Championship officials
James Doleman will referee South Africa v England at Ellis Park on 4 July, with Andrew Brace and Pierre Brousset as assistants, as World Rugby confirms the full list of officials for the July leg of the 2026 Nations Championship.
Papier crowned SA URC Player of the Season after Springbok snub
Embrose Papier wins the URC's South African Player of the Season award despite being overlooked for the Springboks' first alignment camp earlier this year.
Webb embraces Bok Women's Sevens recall ahead of Bordeaux World Championship
Eloise Webb overcame her reluctance to return to sevens after Olympic heartbreak in 2024 and is now part of the Springbok Women's Sevens squad for this weekend's HSBC SVNS World Championship event in Bordeaux, where core status for 2027 is on the line.
Nell savours breakthrough Blitzboks season as title race reaches climax
Jayden Nell has reflected on a debut international season that saw the 22-year-old finally break into the Blitzboks side after three years of injury setbacks. The former Hoërskool Durbanville outside back scored his first try in last weekend's tense quarter-final victory over Spain in Valladolid as South Africa head to France this weekend leading the HSBC SVNS World Championship with one tournament remaining.
Nell savours breakthrough Blitzbok season as title bid reaches Bordeaux
Jayden Nell heads into the Bordeaux SVNS tournament — his fourth consecutive start this season — having scored his first Blitzbok try in Valladolid as South Africa carry the series lead into the final event. Donavan Don has joined the squad as cover for the injured Dewald Human.
De Villiers focused on Leinster semi-final as Springbok talk grows
Stormers loose forward Paul de Villiers, among the URC's top defenders this season, says the focus is entirely on Saturday's semi-final against Leinster in Dublin, setting aside growing talk of a Springbok call-up for the Nations Championship.
Kriel vows to stay at Yokohama until he wins the JRLO championship
Jesse Kriel has committed to staying at the Yokohama Canon Eagles until he wins the JRLO championship, dismissing reported European interest, while reflecting on a difficult season in which he served as the club's first foreign-born captain. Eagles teammate Faf de Klerk, meanwhile, has departed for the Cheetahs after four years in Japan.
Van Rooyen finds silver linings after Lions' 59-10 playoff hammering by Leinster
Ivan van Rooyen says kicking errors gifted Leinster the platform for a 59-10 demolition of the Lions in their debut URC playoff appearance, but pointed to the squad's youth and growing Springbok presence as grounds for optimism heading into the off-season.