Italy

Referee boss Joel Jutge weighs in on Rassie debate

The name Rassie Erasmus has again been making the rounds in the rugby world after the Springbok Director of Rugby has been utilising social media to highlight shortcomings in the officiating during both...

Boks will not underestimate Italy, says Kwagga Smith

Energetic Springbok flanker Kwagga Smith has made it clear that South Africa do not underestimate the Italians and will challenge them with the respect they deserve when the sides lock horns Genoa on Saturday.   The...

Erasmus focusing on light at the end of the tunnel

Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus is electing to stay positive in the wake of two losses from as many encounters during their Autumn Nations Series campaign thus far.   The Boks kicked off the tour...

SPRINGBOKS: Bok team announcement ahead of Italy test - Jacques Nienaber and Rassie Erasmus

Final Whistle: The state of play with international refereeing

Jasper Wiese returns as Springboks show minor switches for Italy

Jasper Wiese (No 8) returns to a Springbok starting lineup which features new lock and centre pairings for Saturday’s third Outgoing Tour match against Italy in Genoa, as coach Jacques Nienaber made...

Last time they faced off: Rugby World Cup 2019: South Africa 49-3 Italy

Cheslin Kolbe claimed a try double as South Africa eased to a 49-3 bonus-point thumping of 14-man Italy to stand on the brink of the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals.   Italy could...

Carbery and Henshaw unavailable for Aus clash

Ireland will have to contend with Australia without the services of Joey Carbery and Robbie Henshaw who have both been ruled out of the fixture through injury.   Flyhalf Carbery will be required...

Latest World Rankings: Italy close in on the Top 10, Australia and Scotland fall

Italy's historic first-ever win over Australia has seen them move into 11th place in the World Rankings.    The Azzuri moved up ahead of Fiji to record their highest ranking since...

Nominees unveiled for World Rugby Awards 2022

World Rugby is unveiling the shortlists for the prestigious World Rugby Awards 2022, which will be presented in Monaco on Sunday, 20 November.     Following a stellar year for international...