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Watch VideoBlitzboks triumph in Los Angeles: Philip Snyman praises team effort and individual brilliance

After a season of ups and downs, the Springbok Sevens delivered a stunning performance to clinch the SVNS World Championship title in Los Angeles, defeating Spain 19-5 in a thrilling final.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoBlitzboks win Sevens World Championships in LA in fine style

South Africa's Blitzboks claimed the 2025 Rugby Sevens World Championship title in Los Angeles with a dominant victories over Spain.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoUnbeaten Blitzboks aim for victory against New Zealand in SVNS World Championship knockout

The South Africans went through the group stages undefeated and will aim to improve on their performances when facing New Zealand.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoBlitzboks need ‘everyone to fire at same time’ in LA World Championship

Coach Philip Snyman prepares the Blitzboks for a critical tournament in Los Angeles, emphasising the need for consistency and focus as they face formidable opponents in their quest for the HSBC SVNS World Championship title.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Blitzboks, SA women face tough competition at Los Angeles Sevens Championship

The Springbok Sevens Men and Women will have different goals, but will look for the same outcomes when they take to the field in the final Sevens tournament of the season.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoQuewin Nortjé bolsters Blitzboks for LA sevens championship

South Africa’s top try-scorer in this season’s World Sevens Series, Quewin Nortjé, as well as Ronald Brown and Mfundo Ndhlovu were included by coach Philip Snyman on Friday.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Blitzboks are on the right path but coach Snyman calls for greater consistency

The Blitzboks won three of their four games in the Singapore Sevens but could not escape finishing in ninth place.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Mike Greenaway|Published

Brave Blitzboks sink Argentina to stay alive in the Singapore Sevens

The Blitzboks showed character to come from behind to beat champions Argentina in the Singapore Sevens.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoAfter Hong Kong setback, coach Philip Snyman demands ‘killer instinct’ from Blitzboks at Singapore Sevens

After a disappointing Hong Kong campaign, Blitzboks coach Philip Snyman has demanded a 'killer mindset' from his team as they enter the knockout-style Singapore SVNS tournament on Saturday, where their World Series top-three hopes remain alive.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoDo-or-die for Blitzboks at Singapore Sevens following Hong Kong disappointment

After a disappointing ninth-place finish in Hong Kong, the Blitzboks have had frank discussions and reset with a fresh focus for the sudden-death group stages at the Singapore Sevens where one loss could derail their comeback hopes.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoImpi Visser: Blitzboks mean business at Singapore Sevens after Hong Kong loss

After a ninth-place finish in Hong Kong left title hopes dashed, Blitzboks co-captain Impi Visser and his team are determined to prove themselves in Singapore, where they could still play kingmaker in the SVNS Series championship race.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoSpringbok Sevens aim to rectify errors as they prepare for Singapore

The South Africans will have a chance to redeem themselves in Singapore this weekend after a poor display in Hong Kong.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoSpringbok Sevens struggle in Hong Kong, aiming for ninth place against Kenya

Even at a new venue in the Far East, the Blitzboks could not break their draught and must wait another year to challenge for a first-ever Hong Kong title

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Blitzboks dominate Uruguay to set up all-African 9th place final at Hong Kong Sevens

South Africa hammered Uruguay 33-7 to book their place in the Hong Kong Sevens 9th place final, where they'll face Kenya in an all-African showdown.

Sport Rugby
Lunga Biyela|Published

Blitzboks face crucial match against old foe New Zealand to reach Hong Kong playoffs

After starting the tournament with a clinical performance against Uruguay, the South Africans fell out of the bus against Australia in the second pool match

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoGino Cupido sets sights on Blitzboks debut at Hong Kong Sevens

Rising star Gino Cupido aims for a successful Blitzboks debut at the Hong Kong Sevens, marking a significant step from 15s to 7s rugby, inspired by his experience at the Commonwealth Youth Games.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Blitzboks face Uruguay and Australia in quest for elusive Hong Kong trophy

The Blitzboks face a challenging opening day at Hong Kong SVNS against Uruguay's never-say-die attitude and Australia's tactical cunning, as they pursue their first championship in the tournament's three-decade history.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Springboks get another new sponsor as Pick n Pay also joins SA Rugby in four-year deal

The retail giant will also be involved in community and women's rugby for the duration of the deal

Sport Rugby Springboks
Leighton Koopman|Published

Renewed hope for Springboks Women as FNB becomes primary sponsor of SA Rugby teams

FNB has expanded its partnership with SA Rugby, becoming the principal sponsor of all national teams, including the Springbok Women’s rugby team, marking a significant step towards elevating women's rugby in South Africa.

Sport Rugby Springboks
Malibongwe Mdletshe|Updated

Blitzboks hungry to win in Hong Kong for the first time

The Springbok Sevens team have won tournaments all over the world and this weekend they hope to add Hong Kong to their list.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoZain Davids: Blitzboks’ ‘amazing flair’ key to breaking Hong Kong Sevens drought

Despite being a powerhouse in rugby sevens, South Africa has never claimed the prestigious Hong Kong Sevens title. Now, with the tournament moving to a new venue, Zain Davids believes their combination of strong defence and attacking prowess could finally break their Hong Kong curse.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoBlitzboks aim for consistency to overcome Hong Kong SVNS challenge

Grouped with formidable opponent, the Springbok Sevens will look to secure their first title at the prestigious tournament.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Zain Davids boosts Blitzboks as Philip Snyman seeks ‘never-say-die attitude’ at Hong Kong Sevens

The Blitzboks received a significant boost with the return of forward Zain Davids for the Hong Kong Sevens, as coach Philip Snyman emphasises the importance of a 'never-say-die attitude'.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoSelvyn Davids: Leading the Blitzboks to new heights

Davids reflects on a challenging 2024 season, celebrating his Sevens Player of the Year award while leading his team towards potential glory in the upcoming tournaments.

Sport Rugby
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoSpringbok Sevens coach Philip Snyman reflects on Vancouver Sevens performance

Springbok Sevens coach Philip Snyman expresses optimism after his team's runner-up finish at the Vancouver leg of the World Rugby Sevens Series.

Sport Rugby Sevens
John Goliath|Published