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Adre Smith called up to bolster Springbok lock stocks ahead of Gqeberha double-header
Stormers lock Adre Smith has been called into the expanded Springbok squad ahead of the June 20 double-header in Gqeberha, joining fellow Stormers forward Ruben van Heerden who linked up with the group last week.
Adre Smith called into Springbok squad ahead of Gqeberha double-header
Adre Smith has been called into the Springbok squad ahead of the 20 June double-header in Gqeberha, joining Ruben van Heerden as a second Stormers lock added to the expanded group.
Erasmus faces delicate balancing act as injured stars near return
Rassie Erasmus has acknowledged that reintegrating injured players such as Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Ethan Hooker may prove more challenging than managing the workload of established Springboks. With a demanding 14-Test season ahead, including a four-match series against New Zealand, the world champions must balance winning momentum with careful squad development. Erasmus confirmed that victory remains the priority despite the need to build depth ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
Buthelezi and Sadie called up as Springbok camp gets underway in Johannesburg
Phepsi Buthelezi and Carlu Sadie have joined the Springbok training squad in Johannesburg, with on-field preparations underway ahead of the 20 June double-header in Gqeberha. The Nations Championship squad is set to be announced on 21 June.
Barbarians name Van der Merwe, Perenara and Kellaway for Springbok clash in Gqeberha
Duhan van der Merwe, TJ Perenara and Andrew Kellaway headline the Barbarians squad named to face the Springboks in Gqeberha on 20 June, with the Scotland trio also using the fixture as preparation for the Nations Championship Test at Loftus on 11 July.
Van Heerden called up as Moerat injury forces Springbok change
Ruben van Heerden has been called into the Springbok squad to replace the injured Salmaan Moerat, joining camp in Johannesburg ahead of the season opener against the Barbarians on 20 June.
Blitzboks complete historic double as Snyman hails system and squad depth
The Blitzboks have completed a historic 2026 double, winning both the HSBC SVNS Series and defending the World Championship title in Bordeaux, despite a difficult final day that saw defeats to France and Spain. Tristan Leyds was named Men's Player of the Year, while Shilton van Wyk earned a Dream Team selection as the season's leading try-scorer.
Erasmus satisfied as Boks complete first training week ahead of Barbarians clash
Erasmus says the Springboks ticked most of their boxes during the first camp week in Johannesburg, with the squad reassembling Sunday before travelling to Gqeberha on Wednesday ahead of the 20 June double-header against the Barbarians and Zimbabwe.
Van Heerden called up as Moerat ruled out of Boks squad
Ruben van Heerden replaces an injured Salmaan Moerat in the Springbok squad ahead of next Saturday's match against the Barbarians.
Van der Mescht's Northampton Saints reach Premiership final
Northampton Saints beat Leicester Tigers at Franklin's Gardens to reach the Premiership final, with Springbok lock contender JJ van der Mescht set to appear in the showpiece.
Erasmus satisfied as Boks complete first week of pre-season training
Erasmus says the Boks ticked most preparation boxes in their first training week in Johannesburg, with the squad set to regroup Sunday before travelling to Gqeberha on Wednesday ahead of the June 20 Barbarians clash.
De Klerk explains South Africa return as scrumhalf crisis hands him Bok recall
Faf de Klerk has explained his decision to return to South Africa with the Cheetahs, saying family and a desire to rebuild Free State rugby drove the move, with his Springbok recall coming on the back of injuries to Reinach, Hendrikse and Van den Berg.
Tony Brown to join All Blacks after World Cup as Springboks prepare succession
Attack coach Tony Brown will depart the Springbok set-up following the 2027 Rugby World Cup after signing a two-year deal with New Zealand Rugby. The former All Black has been transparent about his ambitions to coach his home nation since joining Rassie Erasmus's staff in 2024. South Africa have already identified potential successors as they prepare for life beyond the architect of their evolved attacking game.
Erasmus holds no grudges over Brown's All Blacks move, eyes replacements
Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks have replacement candidates in mind for Tony Brown after New Zealand Rugby confirmed the attack coach will join the All Blacks setup post-2027 Rugby World Cup, while SA Rugby moves to finalise the rest of the coaching staff's contracts before year's end.
Pollard backs Bulls' battle-hardened character ahead of URC final
Handré Pollard believes the Vodacom Bulls' ability to fight back from adversity will be their greatest asset when they face Leinster in the United Rugby Championship final in Dublin on 19 June. The fly-half pointed to the side's 22-21 semi-final comeback from 21-3 down against Glasgow Warriors as evidence of a squad that has forged resilience through a difficult campaign. Head coach Johan Ackermann, however, has warned that improved discipline will be essential if the Bulls are to claim a first URC title after three previous final defeats.
Justin Marshall surprised by Tony Brown's decision to leave Springboks for All Blacks
Former New Zealand scrum-half Justin Marshall has expressed surprise at Tony Brown's decision to join the All Blacks coaching staff from 2028, saying he believed the attack coach was happy in his role with the Springboks. Brown, who has overseen a marked improvement in South Africa's attacking play since joining in 2024, will depart after the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
NZ Rugby CEO: Tony Brown 'really clear' on assistant coach role as All Blacks lock in Springbok attack guru
NZ Rugby CEO Steve Lancaster says Tony Brown is 'really clear' on joining the All Blacks as an assistant coach after the 2027 Rugby World Cup, with the organisation confident any future head coach will want the Springboks attack guru in their setup.
Van Heerden called into Springbok squad as Moerat ruled out injured
Ruben van Heerden joins the Springbok squad in Johannesburg on Wednesday, replacing the injured Salmaan Moerat ahead of the 20 June clash against the Barbarians in Gqeberha.
Duhan van der Merwe, TJ Perenara among first Barbarians confirmed for Springbok clash
Duhan van der Merwe, TJ Perenara, Tomás Albano, Andrew Kellaway and Santiago Arata are among the players confirmed for the Barbarians' June 20 clash with the Springboks in Gqeberha, which opens South Africa's 2026 international season.
Erasmus welcomes Brown clarity, vows not to repeat 2023 contract mistake
Rassie Erasmus has welcomed the early confirmation of Tony Brown's post-2027 move to the All Blacks, saying SA Rugby is determined not to repeat the mistake of leaving coaching futures unresolved in a World Cup year — a situation that played out with Jacques Nienaber and Felix Jones before the 2023 tournament.