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Barbarians name Van der Merwe, Perenara and Kellaway for Springbok clash in Gqeberha
The Barbarians have named Duhan van der Merwe, TJ Perenara and Andrew Kellaway in their squad for the 20 June clash against the Springboks in Gqeberha, with Scotland trio Van der Merwe, D'Arcy Rae and Liam McConnell selected in agreement with Gregor Townsend ahead of Scotland's Nations Championship visit to Loftus on 11 July.
Townsend backs Dempsey for World Cup despite Japan move as Scotland name 36-man squad
Gregor Townsend has named a 36-man Scotland squad for Nations Championship matches against Argentina, South Africa and Fiji, confirming Jack Dempsey remains a World Cup target despite his move to Japanese club Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo.
Lowe set to join Tokyo Sungoliath as Kolbe departure opens door
James Lowe is set to leave Leinster and join Tokyo Sungoliath, filling the void left by Cheslin Kolbe's departure from the Japanese club.
Springboks host England at Ellis Park on 4 July in Nations Championship opener
South Africa host England at Ellis Park on 4 July at 17:40 local time in the first round of the inaugural Nations Championship, with James Doleman (NZR) as referee and SuperSport broadcasting in South Africa.
Erasmus welcomes clarity on Tony Brown's post-2027 departure: 'We've made the mistake in the past'
Tony Brown will join the All Blacks coaching staff in 2028 after his Springbok contract expires at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, with Rassie Erasmus welcoming the early clarity as SA Rugby looks to avoid the contractual uncertainty that complicated preparations for France 2023.
Buthelezi and Sadie called up as Springbok camp gets under way in Johannesburg
Phepsi Buthelezi and Carlu Sadie have joined the Springbok camp in Johannesburg, with the Stormers players also reporting in after their URC semifinal in Ireland. The squad for the Nations Championship will be announced on 21 June.
Leyds named World Sevens Player of the Year as Blitzboks complete back-to-back SVNS titles
Tristan Leyds was named HSBC SVNS World Player of the Year on Sunday as the Blitzboks completed a back-to-back double of the SVNS World Championship and Series title, with Leyds crediting coach Philip Snyman's challenge to aim beyond being the circuit's best ten as the catalyst for his breakthrough season.
Lewies closes seven-year Harlequins chapter: 'I emptied the tank'
Stephan Lewies is heading back to South Africa after seven years at Harlequins, saying he leaves the club a changed man.
Lewies closes seven-year Harlequins chapter: 'I emptied the tank'
Stephan Lewies is returning to South Africa after seven years at Harlequins, saying he leaves as a changed man having given everything to the club.
Tony Brown to join All Blacks backroom staff in 2028 after Springbok contract expires
NZR have announced Tony Brown will join the All Blacks' coaching staff on a two-year contract from 2028, after his current deal with the Springboks expires at the conclusion of the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Brown had twice previously rejected approaches from NZR under Foster and Robertson.
Leyds crowned Player of the Year as Blitzboks defend World Championship title
Tristan Leyds became the fourth South African to win the HSBC SVNS Player of the Year award as the Blitzboks successfully defended their World Championship crown and secured a unique double in 2026. The South Africans won five of nine tournaments and played in six finals, amassing 37 victories across the season. Head coach Philip Snyman praised the system and culture underpinning the team's dominance, whilst SA Rugby president Mark Alexander hailed the back-to-back triumph as a celebration of national determination.
Blitzboks complete historic double as Snyman hails players and system
The Blitzboks have completed a season double by defending the HSBC SVNS World Championship title in Bordeaux while also claiming the HSBC SVNS Series, with coach Philip Snyman crediting the depth of the Springbok Sevens system and singling out Tristan Leyds — named Men's Player of the Year — and leading try-scorer Shilton van Wyk.
Tony Brown to join All Blacks coaching staff after 2027 World Cup
Springboks attack coach Tony Brown will switch to New Zealand's backroom team from 2028 on a two-year contract, New Zealand Rugby confirmed on Sunday. The former All Black will remain with South Africa through their Rugby World Cup 2027 campaign in Australia before linking up with Dave Rennie's coaching staff.
Brown confirms post-2027 All Blacks move but eyes World Cup glory with Boks first
Springbok attack coach Tony Brown will join Dave Rennie's All Blacks staff from 2028, but remains committed to helping South Africa win a third successive World Cup title before his departure.
Tony Brown to join All Blacks backroom staff in 2028 after Springbok contract ends
NZR have confirmed Tony Brown will join the All Blacks' backroom staff in 2028 on a two-year contract, with the Springboks attack coach set to depart after the 2027 Rugby World Cup. It is the third time NZR have pursued Brown, having previously been rejected during the Foster and Robertson eras.
Leyds crowned SVNS Player of the Year as Blitzboks defend World Championship
Tristan Leyds is the 2026 HSBC SVNS Player of the Year — the fourth South African to win the award — as the Blitzboks complete a historic back-to-back SVNS World Championship defence under Philip Snyman and Impi Visser. Shilton van Wyk, the squad's leading try scorer with 32 tries, also made the Dream Team of the Year.
France end Blitzboks' Bordeaux semifinal run as world champions
The Blitzboks lost 21-12 to hosts France in the Bordeaux Sevens semifinal on Sunday, setting up a third-place playoff against Spain — though the World Series title had already been clinched the previous day.
Du Toit bows out at Bath with hat-trick heroics as Russell's calf issue clouds semi-final build-up
Thomas du Toit scored a hat-trick as Bath beat Leicester 24-22 to seal a home Premiership semi-final, while Finn Russell's calf injury leaves his availability for the last-four clash in doubt.
Bulls face Leinster in Croke Park Grand Final on June 19
The URC Grand Final is confirmed for Croke Park on Friday, June 19 (20:30 SA time), with the Bulls facing Leinster after both sides won their semi-finals on Saturday. It is the Bulls' third Grand Final appearance and Leinster's bid for back-to-back titles.
Papier's brilliance steers Bulls to dramatic URC final after 18-point comeback
The Bulls overturned an 18-point deficit to defeat Glasgow Warriors 22-21 in their URC semi-final at Murrayfield, booking a place in the final. Embrose Papier, named man of the match, scored a crucial second-half try as the South African side capitalised on Scott Cummings' red card. Handré Pollard endured a difficult afternoon, spending 10 minutes in the sin-bin and missing three consecutive second-half penalties.