Boks: Six Nations finish confirms toughest RWC pool yet

In his latest Rucking with Rob newsletter, chief writer Rob Houwing says the latest Six Nations was another reminder of how tough the...

20 Mar

Bok fulcrum Lukhanyo Am eager to get fighting fit in World Cup season: 'It's a big year'

Lukhanyo Am says he feels fit, well-rested, and ready to take on the crucial 2023 stretch for club and country, as his Sharks chase URC...

17 Mar

From green to gold: Springbok values hold true for global megastar Cheslin Kolbe as World Cup looms

When Cheslin Kolbe made his Springbok debut against Australia in the 2018 Rugby Championship, still just 24-years-old, few could have...

17 Mar

Sibusiso Mjikeliso | Lower tackle law won't change rugby, but SA players must get smarter

Contact-thirsty South African rugby players will have to smarten up with their tackling techniques in the wake of the mooted lower tackle...

16 Mar

'A happy player is a better player': Eben attributes fine form to his return home from France

Star Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth attributed his fine form to his return home last year, a season in which he played some of his...

15 Mar

Cheslin Kolbe excited by rise of high-flying team-mate Arendse: 'Rugby not about how big you are'

Springbok backline star Cheslin Kolbe says he was impressed by the impact made on the Test scene by fellow playmaker Kurt-Lee Arendse.

14 Mar

Rugby's concussion 'pandemic' at root of possible lower tackle laws: 'Numbers are too high'

SA Rugby’s decision to possibly adopt lowering the new legal tackle limit from the shoulder to the sternum is rooted in the sport’s...

14 Mar

SA Rugby to discuss lowering tackle height for schools, clubs: 'Essential to the sport's future'

SA Rugby says it will discuss the possible implementation of experimental law changes to lower the height of a legal tackle in amateur...

13 Mar

Elton Jantjies back with the Boks? Flyhalf hasn't given up on World Cup spot

Flyhalf Elton Jantjies has his sights set on making the 33-man Springbok squad for this year’s Ruby World Cup in France.

13 Mar

Rassie looks set to 'get his way' on Nigel Owens appointment

Rassie Erasmus looks set to "get his way" with SA Rugby's executive committee to give the green light on bringing Welsh refereeing guru...

12 Mar

Then there were eight Boks: Nienaber eager to put Springboks 'on same page' for World Cup defence

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber is hoping to ensure everyone is on the same page ahead of the Rugby World Cup after a training camp...

10 Mar

Springbok machine moves up a gear, date revealed for World Cup squad announcement

Springbok management is shifting gears and meticulous planning - as was the case building up to their famous 2019 triumph in Japan - is...

09 Mar

Last stop, Buenos Aires: Boks face Argentinians for a final southern rumble, then to the World Cup

The Springboks will return to the Jose Amalfiltani Stadium in Buenos Aires for the first time since 2015 where they will be playing...

09 Mar

Rassie chuffed with strides made in his Rugby Department: 'On a good trajectory'

SA Rugby's Director of Rugby Rassie Eramsus is pleased with the progress made by the governing body's Rugby Department in recent years.

08 Mar

Springboks: Rassie hopeful refereeing guru Nigel Owens will be on board for World Cup defence

The Springboks, and Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus, remain hopeful that former international referee Nigel Owens will be in their...

08 Mar

Jean de Villiers backs Springboks to defend title in 'most fiercely contested World Cup ever'

Former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers believes South Africa has a genuine shot at defending their title at this year's Rugby World...

08 Mar

Ex-Bok flyhalf Koen named interim head coach of Springbok Women

Former Springbok flyhalf Louis Koen has been appointed as interim head coach of the Springbok Women's team for their tour to Spain later...

08 Mar

Friends in high places: Springboks Mapimpi, Am join Kolisi as Mercedes SA ambassadors

Springbok rugby players Lukhanyo Am and Makazole Mapimpi were announced as ambassadors for Mercedes-Benz South Africa, joining captain...

07 Mar