Big guns back for ‘combative’ Wallabies
Marika Koroibete and Angus Bell return, while Seru Uru and Max Jorgensen are in line to make their Test debuts for Australia against the Springboks in Perth on Saturday.
Cane recalled for rejigged All Blacks
New Zealand have made four changes to the starting XV to face Argentina in the Rugby Championship on Saturday, with former captain Sam Cane included on the bench.
Jake: Wallabies headed for disaster
Jake White says the Wallabies are careening towards a cliff and Australian rugby urgently needs to change course before they host the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Am excited to fly with ‘amazing’ Kriel
Lukhanyo Am is thrilled by the prospect of donning the Springbok No 12 jersey for the first time alongside Jesse Kriel in the rematch with the Wallabies in Perth on Saturday.
World Cup qualification shakeup
World Rugby has announced that all its six regions will have at least one slot in the 2027 World Cup, when the field grows by four teams to 24.
Rassie: This is the time to test depth
Rassie Erasmus said the decision to overhaul the Springbok lineup to face Australia on Saturday is in line with building momentum as well as trying to expand the squad.
Etzebeth closes in on Matfield’s record
Eben Etzebeth will on Saturday tie Bryan Habana as the second-most capped Springbok in history as the enforcer continues to hunt down Victor Matfield’s record.
All Blacks singing ‘Redemption Song’
Lock Sam Darry said the All Blacks are “excited” about the chance to redeem themselves after their shock defeat to Argentina, as New Zealand prepare to face Los Pumas again.
All-action Arendse wallops Wallabies
Kurt-Lee Arendse is one of the most impactful players on the planet, and the Vodacom Bulls star showed his quality on the left wing for the Springboks Down Under.
Polly wants a crack at RWC three-peat
Whatever his role may be, two-time World Cup-winning playmaker Handre Pollard has set his sights on helping the Springboks defend the Webb Ellis Cup in 2027.
