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Schmidt bulks up for brutal Boks battle

Lukhan Salakaia-Loto has been recalled to the Wallabies squad as Australia braces for a hugely physical two-Test series against the Springboks.

Mo’unga targets World Cup return

All Blacks playmaker Richie Mo’unga has taken a major step toward reigniting his Test career by signing a new deal to return to New Zealand.

Baa Baas vs All Blacks reloaded

The Barbarians have confirmed a mouthwatering clash against an All Blacks XV in London this November.

Rewind: Bok backs run rampant in TRC ’24

With “Tonyball” now well and truly integrated as part of the Springboks’ DNA, the South Africans are likely to score more stunning tries during The Rugby Championship.

Wallabies lose another heavy for Bok showdown

The Springboks are set to face a depleted Australian front row in the Rugby Championship opener, with star tighthead prop Taniela Tupou in serious doubt for the Ellis Park Test.

Spencer backs Boks to breach All Blacks fortress

Springbok fans have more reason to believe, with former All Blacks playmaker Carlos Spencer tipping the world champions to end New Zealand’s epic Eden Park streak.

‘Giteau Law’ scrapped

Rugby Australia has effectively ditched the Giteau Law, handing Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt a free hand to select players based abroad.

Leyds in line for No 10 as WP hit flyhalf crisis

Western Province are sweating over the fitness of their two frontline flyhalves ahead of a tricky Currie Cup trip to Kimberley to face a combative Griquas outfit.