Next Bok coach: Nienaber out, who comes in?
SA Rugby’s announcement that Jacques Nienaber will be stepping down as head coach of the Springboks has opened up the conversation about the options to replace him, and possibly Rassie Erasmus.
SA Rugby cuts deficit by R149m
SA Rugby has made significant gains after reportedly reducing their budget deficit for the financial year by R149 million.
England eye Ackermann for World Cup
England have held talks around playing a wild card for their World Cup campaign and calling in former Lions loose forward Ruan Ackermann.
Japan eager to host another World Cup
Japan wants to host the World Cup again as early as 2035, the country’s rugby union chief said, potentially bringing it back to Asia for a second time.
England suffer back-row blow
Saracens and England No. 8 Billy Vunipola will miss the rest of the season after sustaining a knee injury in his club’s Champions Cup defeat at La Rochelle.
Boks better prepped than in 2019, says fitness coach
The Springboks will peak at the right time and are well placed to defend their World Cup title, said head of athletic performance Andy Edwards.
SA Rugby considering tackle height change
SA Rugby has established a task team to consider World Rugby’s recommendations on lowering tackle height in schools and club rugby.
Rassie: Boks are World Cup underdogs
Rassie Erasmus says that despite going into the World Cup as defending champions, the Springboks are still underdogs compared to Ireland, New Zealand and tournament hosts France.
Boks sweat over trio
A timeline for Frans Steyn’s recovery from knee surgery has not been set as the Springboks also await updates on the injury status of Sharks duo Eben Etzebeth and Jaden Hendrikse.
Watson: Reserve reds for ‘ugly’ play
Former Test referee Andre Watson says red cards should only be issued for highly dangerous and dirty play after a couple of recent controversial decisions in high-profile matches.
