South Africa

Kolbe dubs European giants as World Cup favourites

Star Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe has dubbed France favourites to lift the Webb Ellis Cup at the conclusion of next year’s World Cup.     Kolbe, who currently plies his trade with Toulon...

Nigel Owens handed a key role amid a significant shake-up in the officiating of the URC

Nigel Owens has been handed a key role amid a significant shake-up in the officiating of the United Rugby Championship.     The URC Independent Referee Selection Panel will include Nigel Owens...

The seven uncapped players included in England's training squad

England head coach Eddie Jones has included seven uncapped players in his mini-training squad.   England begins preparations for their four home Autumn Nations Series fixtures in November during...

Video: a look back at the old Springbok Nike jerseys

  SA Rugby have announced a six-year deal with sports manufacturing giant Nike from 2023.   The deal will include the 2023 and 2027 Rugby World Cups and sees the famous Swoosh...

England Training Squad: Tuilagi returns, Tizard called up, Care omitted

Eddie Jones has named a 36-player England squad who will meet for a three-day training camp this weekend.    England will begin preparations for their four home Autumn Nations Series...

Nike to become technical apparel provider for the Springboks in 2023

The Springboks and SA Rugby will have a new technical apparel provider in 2023. Agreement has been reached with Nike to succeed current partner ASICS, whose contract comes to an end at the end of 2022.   Nike...

Foster warns champions New Zealand have 'quite a bit left in this tank'

Ian Foster warned New Zealand have "quite a bit left in this tank" after they retained their Rugby Championship title on Saturday.   The All Blacks thrashed Australia 40-14 at Eden Park on...

Final Whistle: Analyzing the Springboks defense vs Argentina

Final Whistle: Was Frans Steyn the correct choice to play 10 vs Argentina?

Final Whistle: Should Eben Etzebeth's try have stood against Argentina?