Springboks commit to Rugby Championship

South Africa’s rugby future for the next decade has been finalised, according to a report in Rugby365.com.

The Springboks have committed to participating in the Rugby Championship until 2030, SANZAAR confirmed on Wednesday.

This puts an end to speculation that the Springboks were turning their attention to the north and possibly planning to compete with the Six Nations teams for the foreseeable future.

SANZAAR made the following statement:

“The Southern Hemisphere rugby powers have recognised the need for change in these difficult times and have committed to an international rugby future through to 2030.

“The Rugby Championship will continue to be the flagship of southern hemisphere rugby for the next decade and, as in the past, will be the key driver and pathway for the unions’ continued success at the highest levels of the game including the Rugby World Cup.

“The joint-venture members Argentina, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa are committed to the Championship and to its continued evolution where future growth and expansion form part of a revised 10-year plan.”

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