Kolbe: This was toughest Bok preseason
The Springboks have had to become comfortable operating out of some uncomfortable spaces as they get ready for a tough season where they have a big target on their back.
Junior Boks revved up for Italian job
Forwards Siphosethu Mnebelele and JJ Theron are relishing the challenge for the Junior Springboks at the World Rugby U20 Championship, which kicks off this week.
Stormers bid farewell to Bok champ
The Stormers have announced the exit of a seasoned playmaker and Vodacom URC title-winning pivot among nine players confirmed to be parting ways with the Cape outfit.
Junior Boks embrace ‘pool of death’ challenge
Skipper Riley Norton says the Junior Springboks are ready to front the toughest group at the 2025 World Rugby U20 Championship, which kicks off in Italy this week.
Rassie to spring big surprise on Barbarians?
The Springboks look set to launch into 2025 with a supersized pack of forwards as Rassie Erasmus takes aim at a historic clash against the Barbarians in Cape Town on Saturday.
Russell laughs off Sexton beef
Flyhalf Finn Russell says he’s buried the hatchet with Johnny Sexton as the old rivals unite in a quest for British & Irish Lions glory in Australia.
Experienced Bok Women squad for Canada clash
The Springbok Women take on Canada next month, with a squad of 26 players named for the first Test next Saturday at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.
Asenathi: Scrumming with Ox an ‘eye-opening’ test
Asenathi Ntlabakanye says packing down against “the world’s best” at Springbok training, under the guidance of scrum guru Daan Human, has taken his game to another level.
Crusaders edge Chiefs to reclaim Super Rugby crown
The clinical Crusaders turned to forward power to beat the Chiefs in a tense Super Rugby final and clinch a record 13th title.
Lood licking his lips for ‘the next one’
World Cup-winning lock Lood de Jager says he’s grateful to be back in the Springbok camp and champing at the bit to tackle the Barbarians in Cape Town next Saturday.
