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Scotland Test cap edges closer for Richardson

Sharks forward Dylan Richardson has been retained in Scotland’s 42-man squad for the end-of-year Tests, which will include a clash against the Springboks.

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 17: Evan Roos of DHL Stormers is tackled by Marcus Smith and Tadhg Furlong of the British & Irish Lions during the match between DHL Stormers and British & Irish Lions at Cape Town Stadium on July 17, 2021 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Nienaber: Bok door isn’t shut for in-form rookies

Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has explained why in-form youngsters from South Africa’s Vodacom United Rugby Championship teams missed out on selection for the November tour squad.

One of the best – Munster hope to keep De Allende

Munster head coach Johann van Graan says the club is working to extend Damian de Allende’s contract as the Springbok centre prepares for his return from Test rugby this weekend.

Whitelock to captain All Blacks on US, Europe tour

Veteran lock Sam Whitelock will captain the All Blacks on their five-Test tour of the United States and Europe, New Zealand team officials confirmed Tuesday, replacing temporary skipper Ardie Savea.

Cape Town , South Africa - 24 July 2021; South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus speaks to his players during the first test of the British and Irish Lions tour match between South Africa and British and Irish Lions at Cape Town Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo By Ashley Vlotman/Sportsfile via Getty Images)

Erasmus to tour with Springboks

Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has confirmed director of rugby Rassie Erasmus will be joining the team on the November tour of the United Kingdom.

Nienaber: Steyn has been a ‘fantastic servant’ to SA rugby

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber says he cannot speak highly enough of stalwart Morne Steyn, who has just announced his international retirement. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Two uncapped players in Bok November tour squad

Former SA Schools and Junior Springbok captain Salmaan Moerat has earned his first Springbok call-up as one of two uncapped players in the 32-man squad for the November tour of the UK.

Steyn calls it a day on Bok career

Springbok flyhalf Morne Steyn has retired from Test rugby a few months after his heroics in the 2021 British & Irish Lions series.

Rugby Union - England Training - Twickenham Stadium, London, Britain - March 16, 2018 England's Marcus Smith during training

Smith set to start at flyhalf as England drop Ford for November Tests

Marcus Smith is in line to feature at flyhalf for England in a rejigged backline during next month’s Tests at Twickenham after he was included in a 34-man squad announced Monday.