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The Springboks are back in Dublin this weekend, chasing a victory at the Aviva Stadium that has somehow managed to dodge them for more than a decade. The last time South Africa walked out of Dublin with a win, Heyneke Meyer was new in the job, Pat Lambie was slotting them over from 50, and Siya Kolisi was still a fresh-faced kid on the rise. It's been 13 long years, and every trip since has come with its own sting. You don’t have to remind Cheslin Kolbe. He still remembers th

When the Sharks confirmed that head coach John Plumtree will step down at the end of the season, moving into a more advisory capacity, it didn’t come as much of a shock to anyone paying attention. For months now, something has felt off in Durban. The body language, the results, the lack of spark, all have pointed to a franchise slowly losing its pulse. Neil Powell’s shift to focus on other areas within the franchise only adds to the feeling that the Sharks are at a crossroads

The Springboks and France meet again this Saturday in Paris in what promises to be another classic. It’s being billed as the rematch of the greatest game ever played, that unforgettable 2023 Rugby World Cup quarterfinal where the Boks edged Les Bleus by a single point and sent the hosts crashing out of their own tournament. Two years later, the stakes feel just as high. Both sides are brimming with confidence and power, and if history is anything to go by, we’re in for anothe

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Rassie and his coaching staff have named the 1st Springbok team for their Autumn Nations Series opener against Japan at Wembley Stadium on Saturday. Kick off is set for 18:10 (SA time) and promises to be an excellent game as the Bokke look to test their depth whilst also ensuring the players are battle hardened, focused and ready for their showdown with Les Bleus in Paris in a weeks time. There were noticeable World Cup winning absentees from the squad when it was named. This

Rassie and his coaching team have named their squad for the end of year tour as they look to retain their number 1 ranking ahead of the World Cup draw in December, whilst also ensuring they grow their squad depth. A notable World Cup winner has missed out, whilst a new prop has entered the fray. Springbok squad for the Castle Lager Outgoing Tour: Forwards : Lood de Jager (Wild Knights) Ben-Jason Dixon (DHL Stormers) Pieter-Steph du Toit (Toyota Verblitz) Thomas du Toit (Bath)

Every week, Springbok fans, Punt-its, enthusiasts, and opposition coaches alike are left scratching their heads, trying to decode the...

I watched the RWC 2025 quarter final between the Springbok Women and the Black Ferns with some guys who had never watched any women’s...

As the 2025 Rugby Championship enters its final two rounds, the Springboks find themselves in a challenging position: one step away from...

The Springboks’ 43-10 victory over the All Blacks in Wellington wasn’t just a result; it was a statement. Not because it was flawless,...

The Springboks head into tomorrow’s showdown with the All Blacks knowing that the margin for error has completely vanished. Sitting third...

The Springboks head into Saturday’s showdown with the All Blacks in Wellington knowing they are in must-win territory if they want to...

If you spend any time on social media after a Springbok game, chances are you’ll see Willie le Roux’s name trending, and not for the...

The Springboks have named their squad to face the All Blacks this weekend at Eden Park, a venue that has been more fortress than stadium...

The Springboks are geared up for a massive clash with the All Blacks this weekend, and the excitement is already palpable. With the team...

Big news from the United Rugby Championship this week: South African rugby has officially joined the URC boardroom as the league’s sixth...

Eden Park has a way of exposing even the best teams, which is why this Bok 23 is built on a balance of bruisers, workhorses, and a dash...

The stage is set for one of rugby’s greatest rivalries to light up again at Eden Park, where the All Blacks and Springboks are about to...

The opening two rounds of the Rugby Championship reminded us why this competition is one of the fiercest in world rugby. At Ellis Park,...

With the Rugby World Cup a little over a month away, the Springbok Women are putting the finishing touches on their preparations. This...