South Africa

Ethan de Groot re-signs with New Zealand Rugby through to 2029

All Blacks prop Ethan de Groot has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby (NZR), the Highlanders and Southland through to the end of 2029.The 43 Test loose head prop’s new deal extends a cornerstone of...

South Africa confirms that Deon Fourie has joined the squad.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has called up veteran utility forward Deon Fourie to the national squad for the forthcoming Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series, presented by Castle Double Malt, following...

What Rassie Erasmus learnt from the win over Argentina

The Springboks limped to a 10-17 win over Argentina in Buenos Aires. There were few shining lights for the visitors as Rassie Erasmus and the coaches prepare the side for four tests against the All Blacks...

Mixed display by All Black greats: A look at Barrett and Ioane form

The All Blacks got their tour off to a winning start with all eyes on Dave Rennie's men as they prepare to face the Springboks in four test matches. There were a number of players that are on the fringe...

Rieko Ioane leads the Haka

Watch as Rieko Ioane leads the Haka 𝑲𝒂 𝑴𝒂𝒕𝒆 as we kick off in South Africa 🖤🤍 pic.twitter.com/9Abq65UPrt — All Blacks (@AllBlacks) August 7, 2026

Argentina hand four players Test debuts against Springboks

Argentina have named four uncapped players in their matchday 23 for Saturday’s one-off Test against the Springboks at Estadio José Amalfitani in Buenos Aires, where the teams will contest...

Champions Kobe confirm World Cup winner as Dave Rennie’s successor

League One champions Kobe Steelers have today confirmed the appointment of World Cup-winning All Black Andy Ellis as former head coach Dave Rennie’s successor in Hyogo.   RugbyJP.com first...

SuperSport secures Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry TV rights

CANAL+ confirmed a broadcast rights agreement with the South African Rugby Union (SARU) and New Zealand Rugby (NZR) to show all matches in the Castle Double Malt Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour live...

Why Paul de Villiers is so Highly Rated!

The reason behind Erasmus' trust in Siya Kolisi above all else

There is a familiar pattern in Springbok rugby whenever one of the team’s senior leaders is sidelined. A younger player steps up, performs impressively, and almost immediately the debate begins:...