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An unconvincing Ireland held off a lively Japan in Dublin on Saturday. The final scoreline of 41-10, which saw Ireland racking up six tries to one, flattered the home side who were sluggish and lacking cohesion for much of the game against a side that was thrashed 61-7 by the Springboks at Wembley a week […]

Nick Mallett believes France’s ability to control their emotions will determine whether they conquer or crumble against the Springboks in Paris. The former Bok coach says Les Bleus are still stung by the heartbreaking World Cup quarter-final defeat to South Africa two years ago, and that emotional edge could either lift them to glory or

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Ardie Savea says the All Blacks will take the field at Murrayfield on Saturday determined not to become the first New Zealand team to lose to Scotland. The All Blacks boast a dominant record in the 120-year history between the nations, winning 30 of 32 Tests. Scotland’s only glimmers of success have been two Murrayfield

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has written a heartfelt tribute to his good friend and captain Siya Kolisi ahead of his 100th Test in Paris on Saturday. JEAN: Siya’s now our hero KEO’S CALL: France are good but Boks are great   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Eben Etzebeth (@ebenetzebeth4) Photo:

Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says South Africa must summon the same intensity that powered them past France at the 2023 World Cup if they’re to silence the Stade de France once more. Two years on from that unforgettable World Cup quarter-final in Paris – a 29-28 thriller that many still call the greatest Test

Gaël Fickou has paid an emotional tribute to Springbok captain Siya Kolisi ahead of Saturday night’s blockbuster Test in Paris. The midfielder, who takes over the captaincy in the absence of the injured Antoine Dupont, told Rugbyrama he shares a special bond with Kolisi after spending a season together at Racing 92 following the 2023

Coach Felipe Contepomi says Argentina’s schedule has been a “challenge” ahead of their match against Wales in Cardiff on Sunday. Contepomi named a match 23 that has more than 900 caps between them following a Rugby Championship where Los Pumas again made their presence felt. Although the Argentina finished bottom of the log, they recorded

The Springboks could be toppled from the top of the World Rugby rankings this weekend if results don’t go their way in Paris and Edinburgh. The world champions currently hold a 1.20-point advantage over the second-placed All Blacks, but that lead will disappear if the Boks lose to France and the All Blacks beat Scotland

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says he will carry everyone who was part of his rugby journey with him when running out for his 100th Test cap on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports. Kolisi will become the ninth South African to reach the milestone when he leads the Boks against France in Paris. Speaking to the media