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South Africa’s URC franchises must field strong teams for next year’s All Blacks tour if it’s to be a true success, writes SIMON BORCHARDT. In the worst-kept secret, Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry was confirmed last week, with the All Blacks set to tour South Africa in August and September 2026, and the Springboks travelling to New […]

Joseph Suaalii has capped a whirlwind first year in rugby by being named Rugby Australia’s Rookie of the Year, but the 22-year-old insists individual awards come second to team success. Suaalii’s move from the NRL to rugby was one of the most talked-about switches in Australian sport. After signing with Rugby Australia in 2023, he

Former Springbok prop Lawrence Sephaka believes Bongi Mbonambi’s omission from South Africa’s squad for the end-of-year tour is no cause for alarm. In fact, the former Lions hardman is calling it a calculated move by coach Rassie Erasmus to give one of his most trusted lieutenants a much-needed break. Mbonambi, who played a key role

Vodacom Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has praised Reinhardt Ludwig for his growing maturity and leadership after the young lock’s composed performance as stand-in captain against Connacht. That display could earn him another shot at leading the side when they face the Glasgow Warriors on Friday night. KEO: Bulls must fix defence to win URC Ludwig,

Rassie Erasmus has highlighted the importance of the Tests against France and Ireland on next month’s European tour. The Springbok coach says the blockbuster clashes in Paris and Dublin will serve as “[World Cup] semi-final and final” style encounters – a yardstick of where the world champions stand as the 2025 season draws to a

Having defended their Rugby Championship title, the Springboks will embark on a challenging five-match European tour next month. Rassie Erasmus on Monday named a 36-man squad for the trip, with former Junior Boks captain Zachary Porthen earning his first call-up. Veteran Boks Bongi Mbonambi, Vincent Koch, Faf de Klerk and Willie le Roux were not

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Ireland have suffered injury setbacks ahead of their match against the All Blacks in Chicago next Saturday. Coach Andy Farrell has been forced to reshuffle his squad after a bruising weekend of Vodacom URC action, with several key players picking up knocks. Star winger Mack Hansen has been ruled out after suffering a foot injury

On 20 October 2007, the Springboks were crowned world champions for a second time, beating England 15-6 in the World Cup final at the Stade de France. Jake White’s side, a golden generation of Springboks, toppled the defending champions in a clinical display built on forward power and composure under pressure. Veteran loosehead Os du

Wallabies centre Hunter Paisami says Australia’s midfield competition is heating up as the side prepares to face Japan in Tokyo this weekend. Speaking from camp, Paisami welcomed the challenge of fighting for a starting spot against in-form teammates Joseph Suaalii and Len Ikitau, as well as the versatility of fellow midfielders Hamish Stewart and Filipo