From farm life to Test rugby, Springbok flank Pieter-Steph du Toit’s journey aligns seamlessly with Cape Union Mart’s outdoor DNA. There is something reassuring about a brand that knows exactly who it is and continues to evolve without losing that identity. That balance was on full display at the newly renovated Cape Union Mart Canal […]
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Steven Kitshoff and Trevor Nyakane have offered a glimpse into how Rassie Erasmus studies the game – and why the Springboks remain a step ahead. The double World Cup-winning front rowers say Erasmus never simply “watches” rugby. Even in relaxed settings, the Bok boss is constantly analysing opponents. “It would be a deep dive for
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Jacques Nienaber and Sean Everitt will go head-to-head when Leinster host Edinburgh in a high-stakes Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash on Sunday. Nienaber, the 2023 Springbok World Cup-winning coach, has made a significant impact since joining Leinster, particularly with their aggressive defensive system. Everitt, meanwhile, is looking to salvage Edinburgh’s season after their Vodacom URC
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The Blitzboks will head to the Hong Kong Sevens with uncertainty over a number of key players who are carrying injuries. Having already secured the 2025-26 SVNS series title, South Africa now shift focus to the World Championship, which begins in Hong Kong from 17-19 April. The Blitzboks have never won in Hong Kong, which marks
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Everything you need to know ahead of this weekend’s Investec Champions Cup round of 16. Holders Bordeaux Bègles and the Glasgow Warriors were the best performers in the pool stage and seek more dominance in the round of 16. Six-time winners Toulouse, four-time champions Leinster, and three-time victors Saracens and Toulon are all still involved,
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The NWU Eagles produced a stunning comeback to knock defending champions UCT out of the tournament and book their own place in the semi-finals. NWU looked out of contention when trailing 39-20 at half-time in Potchefstroom on Monday night. However, a remarkable second-half fightback saw the Eagles storm to a dramatic late 56-53 victory to
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These world-class players could go come up against each other in the Investec Champions Cup round of 16 this weekend. Ignacio Brex vs Damian Willemse Toulon will be hoping for some Stade Mayol magic for Stormers’ visit. If starting, two men who will be sure to bring their A-games are Ignacio Brex and Damian Willemse.
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For the Bulls and Stormers to meet in a historic Investec Champions Cup quarter-final in Cape Town, Handre Pollard and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu must be the perfect 10s. The post Keo & Zels: Bok generals must conquer Europe appeared first on SA Rugby magazine. For the Bulls and Stormers to meet in a historic #InvestecChampionsCup quarter-final
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SA Rugby high-performance GM Dave Wessels has called for compensation for talent-exporting unions after reports Ireland are targeting an Australian prop. According to Codesports.com, Massimo De Lutiis is weighing up a “life-changing” offer from the Irish RFU as they seek to bolster their tighthead stocks. The 22-year-old, currently on the Reds’ books, qualifies for Ireland
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Sharks owner Marco Masotti reveals when he and head coach John Plumtree had “a long heart to heart” after a poor start to the season. SHARKS CEO: No role for Plum in new structure More details on the reasons for John Plumtree’s departure from the @SharksRugby #⃣ @MarcoMasotti_ in a brutally honest discussion Watch the
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