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Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Watch VideoPead, Cupido back as Junior Springboks make key changes for U20 clash with New Zealand

As the Junior Springboks face New Zealand in a crucial U20 Rugby Championship clash, coach Kevin Foote retains five players from the last match. while making strategic changes to strengthen the team.

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Watch VideoSharks coach Plumtree positive Springbok bruiser Eben Etzebeth will overcome thigh injury

The Sharks beat the Ospreys in Durban on Friday night, but an unfortunate sight was Bok legend Eben Etzebeth leaving the field on a golf cart.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoJuarno ‘Trokkie’ Augustus has all the tools to drive Springboks at No 8

Juarno Augustus, the last South African to win the world’s best Under-20 player award, is making waves in the rugby world. With his recent performances for Northampton Saints, could he finally earn his place in the Springboks squad at No 8?

Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Springbok coach Mallett's novel way of wooing the media and how it inspired Rassie Erasmus

Love or loath them, the media are an important part of professional sport, and former Springbok coach Nick Mallett and current coach Rassie Erasmus have discussed it in a podcast.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Nick Mallett praises Rassie Erasmus for stamping out provincialism for betterment of Springboks

South African rugby used to be hamstrung by provincialism but former Springbok coach Nick Mallett feels current coach Rassie Erasmus has overcome the problem.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoBarbarians invade SA for the first time to take on Springboks

For the first time, the Barbarians will clash with the Springboks in Cape Town, marking a historic moment in rugby. This match, set for June 28, 2025, promises an exciting prelude to the Castle Lager Incoming Series

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Junior Springboks set for intense U20 Rugby Championship opener against Argentina

The Junior Springboks aim to establish dominance in the forward pack to unleash their dynamic backline against Argentina in the U20 Rugby Championship opener.

Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoGrant Williams neck injury a growing concern for Sharks and Springboks

Brilliant scrumhalf Grant Williams has an ongoing neck issue, and this is a worry for the Sharks and Springboks alike.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoShould Feinberg-Mngomezulu or Pollard be Springbok flyhalf in All Blacks Eden Park Test?

After an impressive performance against Connacht, should Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu be the starting flyhalf for the Springboks against the All Blacks, or does Handré Pollard still hold the key?

Ashfak Mohamed|Published