Next-gen stars boost Blitzboks

Two of the Junior Springboks’ best and brightest are ready to follow in the footsteps of Kwagga Smith and Cheslin Kolbe by flying out for the Blitzboks when the Sevens Series gets underway in December.

Sonny Bill warns Hooper of sevens switch

Former Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has been warned against his planned move to sevens rugby by New Zealand’s former cross-code superstar Sonny Bill Williams.

Blitzboks lose coach for season opener

The Blitzboks will reportedly kick off the 2023-24 sevens campaign in December without the services of a key member of their management team.

Wallabies stalwart switches to sevens

Former Australia captain Michael Hooper has confirmed a switch to sevens from the 15-man format, with playing at the 2024 Paris Olympics a huge “carrot” in his decision.

Blitzboks determined to rebuild reputation

Springbok Sevens forward Ryan Oosthuizen says the Blitzboks aim to bounce back from the disappointments of last season in the upcoming SVNS series.

Tough draw for champs Blitzboks in Dubai

The Blitzboks launch their Dubai sevens title defence against Samoa on 2 December, before a clash against last season’s overall champions, New Zealand.

Ngcobo: Blitzboks still ‘gold medal contenders’

Sandile Ngcobo believes his Blitzboks side should get a final shot at qualifying for the Olympic Games next year after falling at the final hurdle in Zimbabwe.

Blitzboks suffer Olympics setback

The Blitzboks lost in the final of the African Olympic qualifiers in Harare on Sunday and in the process, missed a second chance to qualify for the global showpiece in 2024.

Blitzboks on track for Olympics

The Blitzboks have booked their place in the quarter-finals of the African Olympic qualifiers after a commanding display in the pool stage in Harare.

Blitzboks boosted for Olympics qualifier

Former Springbok wings Rosko Specman and Travis Ismaiel were both named in an experienced Blitzboks squad for the Olympic Games qualifier in Harare.