Siya Kolisi returns in a new look Springbok side to face Argentina
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRassie Erasmus, the SA Rugby director of rugby, unleashed a new-look team to take on the Pumas on Wednesday, packed with players looking to secure a place in South Africa’s Rugby World Cup squad. Eighteen...
Springbok assistant steps down ahead of the Rugby World Cup
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok attack consultant Swys de Bruin advised Springbok management on Tuesday that he wished to be released from his role with the team ahead of the Rugby World Cup due to personal and medical reasons. De...
Peter O’Mahony not surprised by Boks’ revival under Erasmus
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyIt was just one week before South Africa played Ireland in Aviva Stadium in November 2017 that Rassie Erasmus bid an emotional farewell to Munster.
Tuesday Morning Round Up
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLatest World Rankings Rugby World Cup 2019 hosts Japan equal their best-ever World Rugby Ranking after winning the Pacific Nations Cup while England moved up a place after ending Wales'...
Erasmus looks ahead to the Boks final 80 before heading to Japan
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks were preparing to launch themselves into the Rugby World Cup with a momentum-boosting performance at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria on Saturday, said Rassie Erasmus, director of rugby, on the...
Rugby Championship Team of the Tournament
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks bagged their maiden Rugby Championship title and are in the process of a remarkable turnaround from the performances they have produced over the last few years. The Wallabies shocked the...
"It’s a stepping stone for us going into the World Cup.” - Duane Vermeulen
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa will enjoy their victory over Argentina and their triumph in the Rugby Championship, but Springbok captain Duane Vermeulen said these moments are all stepping stones towards the big goal of...
Warren Whiteley’s World Cup dream is just about over
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Springbok captain Warren Whiteley looks set to miss the Rugby World Cup in Japan following another torrid time with injuries. The Lions no.8 captained the Springboks under Allister Coetzee...
Thursday Morning Round Up
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe All Blacks start two openside flankers for Bledisloe Cup opener Steve Hansen has opted to start both Sam Cane and Ardie Savea for the All Blacks' clash with the Wallabies this weekend. The...
Erasmus shuffles his pack for Pumas test
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa are on course to lift the Rugby Championship title for the first time since Argentina joined the competition in 2011 with a bonus-point victory securing top spot. Springbok...
