Boks’ tactical delay keeps England guessing ahead of crucial Test

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The selection delay of the Boks will keep England in the dark over the spine of the backline until at least tomorrow before Rassie Erasmus reveals who he prefers ...

Hooker’s versatility a stepping stone to Bok call-up

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The Sharks youngster wants to use his backline adaptability as a stepping stone to higher honours on the rugby field.

New stars shine for Boks expanding 2027 pool

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Discover how the Springboks are blending youth and experience under Rassie Erasmus as they prepare for a thrilling journey toward the 2027 Rugby World Cup, showcasing ...

How Boks crushed Championship chase

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THE Springboks asserted their dominance in southern hemisphere rugby after claiming a 48-7 win over Argentina to win the Rugby Championship convincingly at Mbombela ...

Boks prepare for serious All Black backlash

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THE Springboks expect a serious backlash from the All Blacks in their second Test on Saturday in Cape Town and will try to prepare for it as best as possible without ...

SA Rugby issues formal apology for Haka disruptions

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No disrespect was meant as SA Rugby apologises for music played over the final part of the All Blacks’ Haka on Saturday in Johannesburg in the first Rugby Championship ...

Boks rule as comeback kings

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THE Springboks pulled a rabbit out of the hat when they claimed a comeback win over the All Blacks in Johannesburg on Saturday.

Mapimpi leads Sharks annihilation of Griffons

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Mapimpi celebrated his return to the domestic competition with four tries and will be happy with his overall performance as he got some needed game time after being ...

Boks not straying from winning formula

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They have an opportunity to make history with back-to-back wins in Australia, but for some fringe Springboks it’s also the chance to stake a claim for the rest of ...

Bok captain not trying ‘to control destiny’

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Bok captain Siya Kolisi is not too worried about talks about his future as he prepares to lead the Springboks Down Under in the Rugby Championship in back-to-back ...

Van Rooyen, Bezuidenhout getting into swing of Olympics

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They would’ve both loved to have watched some athletics at the Olympic Games after the golf tournament ends tomorrow but come Monday, Erik van Rooyen and Christiaan ...

Blitzboks secure Mzansi’s first Paris medal

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SOUTH Africa claimed its first 2024 Olympic Games medal in the rugby Sevens yesterday evening when the Blitzboks scored a try at the death to seal a 26-19 win over ...

Blitzboks hope to build on momentum from Monaco

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Not seen as realistic medal contenders, the Springbok Sevens are keen to get off to a good start defensively as they open their ...

Debutants leave Rassie with selection headache ahead of Rugby Championship

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IT WAS the expected romp for the Springboks against Portugal on Saturday in Bloemfontein. Several players put their hand up for Rugby Championship selection with ...

Boks set sights on scrum domination

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THE Springbok pack have set their sights on continuing their scrum domination over Ireland in tomorrow’s second and deciding Test in Durban. They will draw inspiration ...

With 100 Tests in sight, Willie le Roux is not looking too far ahead

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Willie le Roux needs six more Tests to join an exclusive club of Springboks who have reached 100 international matches. While the milestone is within his reach, ...

Boks leave it late to bury Irish hoodoo in crunching Test

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The Springboks left it late in Pretoria but a penalty try sealed a famous first victory since 2016 over Ireland as it ended 27-20 at Loftus Versfeld to go 1-0 in ...

Boks out to maintain their ‘World No 1’ ranking

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The Springboks are set to turn their fortunes around against their bogey team Ireland this afternoon in Pretoria. Siya Kolisi is happy to be back as captain in an ...

Pollard ready for new Ireland general, Crowley

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Handre Pollard believes the Springboks wont carry any scars from the last outing against Ireland, which they lost.

Rassie: Altitude is in a team’s attitude – and kicking boot

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Playing at altitude could be the Boks' ally when they face Ireland in the first test. Bok coach Rassie Erasmus believes though that the Irish are a fit enough side ...

Boks have no score to settle against Ireland

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The Springboks selected their second-most experienced side to take on Ireland on Saturday, boasting 966 caps among them. But after losing out to Ireland in the 2023 ...

Winning pressure for Boks, a score to settle for Du Toit

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The pressure will be there, but the Springboks will embrace it in their first test after claiming the Webb Ellis trophy last year. A strong pack of forwards with ...

EXCLUSIVE: SA hockey team ready to give it stick in Paris

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Despite the financial obstacles they faced, the SA women’s hockey team are positive about their preparation ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Now that their ...

Sharks ready to bare teeth in historic final

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The Sharks will look to create some more South African history on Friday during the Challenge Cup final against Gloucester in London. A fully fit side is expected ...

Roos unruffled, Canan purring and Jordan shows off his versatility

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The Bulls and Stormers have secured their URC knockout spots, while a clinical Lions display keeps them in the fight to reach the quarter-finals with one round robin ...