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NEWS: Newcastle Red Bulls have confirmed that they have parted company with Director of Rugby Steve Diamond, just one game into the new PREM Rugby season.

DISCIPLINARY UPDATE: Cardiff's Ben Thomas and Zebre's Giovanni Licata have learnt their fate following receiving 20-minute red cards in their respective matches. 

Regardless of the weather in London on Saturday, the Springboks will stick to their tried and tested formula that has launched them to first place in the Rugby Championship standings.

OPINION: The Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 came and left us all in awe of the potential of women’s sports.

NEWS: World Rugby’s Executive Board has agreed new player load guidelines to cover the elite men’s and women’s game around the world.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok flanker Phepsi Buthelezi has thrown his backing behind his side after their 19-35 defeat to Glasgow Warriors.

SPOTLIGHT: National Rugby League outfit Sydney Roosters has locked in a former Wallaby coach.

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth is expecting a fired-up Argentina side that will pitch up ‘full of hate’ for the Rugby Championship decider against the Pumas at the Allianz Stadium in London on Saturday.

SPOTLIGHT: The draw for World Cup 2027 will take place on Wednesday, December 3, and the format for the expanded edition with 24 teams has been unveiled.

There have been many heroic stories at the Rugby World Cup 2025, and one of those is the story of Mary Zulu.

NEWS: The Wallabies will bid farewell to one of their veterans, who has decided to call it a day.

CRUNCHING THE NUMBERS: The Springboks are renowned for being 'brutal beasts' on the rugby field.

OPINION: Rugby365 columnist Jon Cardinelli runs the rule over Rassie Erasmus' matchday squad for Saturday's Rugby Championship decider in London.

SPOTLIGHT: Stormers scrumhalf Dewald Duvenage reflected on his journey to reaching a milestone moment in the Stormers jersey. 

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed his team to face Argentina in the final round of the Rugby Championship in London.

INJURY UPDATE: Scrumhalf Tate McDermott will undergo surgery on his injured hamstring in a massive blow for the Wallabies as they look to bounce back from Bledisloe Cup disappointment.

NEWS: The referee appointments for the United Rugby Championship Round Two fixtures have been confirmed.

NEWS: The annual Challenge Series will again deliver international rugby to Bloemfontein.

NEWS: The Lions are set to bolster their matchday squad for Sunday's United Rugby Championship Round Two clash against Zebre Parma in Italy.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok utility back Canan Moodie has opened up on his experience of playing at outside centre for the national side.

NEWS: At 43 years and 131 days old, the timeless former All Black Ma’a Nonu has become the oldest player to ever score in the Top 14.

INJURY UPDATE: Antoine Dupont has revealed the timeline for his on-field return, targeting a South African team for his first match back.

SQUAD UPDATE: Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has tweaked his second row stocks for Saturday's final Rugby Championship match against Argentina at Twickenham Stadium.

SPOTLIGHT: Will Skelton says there is no point kicking stones over the logistical nightmare that has left him returning to the Wallabies side with the Bledisloe Cup already decided.

WATCH as Leinster forwards coach Robin McBryde previews his team's Round Two URC trip to Loftus Versfeld.

NEWS: The New Zealand Rugby Union confirmed Jamie Joseph as the new coach of the All Blacks XV for 2025 and 2026.

INJURY UPDATE: Stormers forwards coach Rito Hlungwani confirmed three players, including a Springbok, will return to training following time on the sideline due to injury.

Canada head coach Kévin Rouet and captain Alex Tessier refused to offer excuses after the side’s heartbreaking 13-33 defeat to England in the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup Final at Twickenham.

SQUAD UPDATE: Los Pumas head coach Felipe Contepomi has been forced to make some backline changes to his squad for Saturday’s rematch with the Springboks in London.

STAT ATTACK: It is early days yet, but statistics from the United Rugby Championship's opening round make for intriguing reading.

REACTION: Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi had a simple plea for his side if they were to upset the Boks at Twickenham this coming Saturday.

REACTION: The young Bulls team that disposed of the Ospreys at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday has shown new coach Johan Ackermann what they can contribute in the absence of their big-name Springboks.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus will have a tough decision when it comes to deciding where captain Siya Kolisi will play his 100th Test. 

REACTION: While frustrated by some refereeing calls, coach Joe Schmidt says the Wallabies need to improve across the board in the second Bledisloe Cup Test in Perth.

REACTION: New Zealand legend Portia Woodman-Wickliffe hinted that she may have played her final Test after helping the Black Ferns secure bronze at the 2025 Rugby World Cup.

SUNDAY WRAP: Louis Rees-Zammit made a try-scoring return to the Premiership as Bristol overcame a triple injury setback in beating Leicester 42-24 at Ashton Gate.

REACTION: Leinster coach Leo Cullen spoke of 'disappointment' and 'hurt' after his team suffered a sobering 0-35 whitewash at the hands of the Stormers at the weekend.

REACTION: The Lions appear to be set for another season of 'what-ifs' and frustration for their dwindling fan base if the opening weekend of the United Rugby Championship is anything to go by.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus had heaps of praise, but also criticism for Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu following his record-breaking performance against Argentina. 

REACTION: Sharks coach John Plumtree opted to focus on all the positive aspects of his side’s 19-35 loss at the hands of the Glasgow Warriors on Friday.

NEWS: Chile has secured qualification for a second World Cup after a thrilling 31-12 victory over Samoa in the South America/Pacific play-off second leg at Estadio Sausalito in Viña del Mar on Saturday.

SPOTLIGHT: Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson could not have asked for a better start to the season after his side outplayed Leinster in Round One of the United Rugby Championship.

Record-breaking Australian prop James Slipper said Sunday that this was his final year in the gold Wallabies shirt and hinted that next week's Test against New Zealand could be his last.

New Zealand flyhalf Beauden Barrett was on Sunday ruled out of next weekend's rematch against Australia, who will be boosted by the return of power forwards Will Skelton and Rob Valetini.

REACTION: Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus and captain Siya Kolisi spoke about the lessons they learnt from their 67-30 thrashing of Argentina. 

REACTION: England head coach John Mitchell said his team's World Cup-winning performance has been three years in the making.

SATURDAY WRAP: Zebre Parma opened their United Rugby Championship campaign with a dramatic 31–28 win over Edinburgh at the Stadio Lanfranchi.

MATCH REPORT: Cardiff reminded Ivan van Rooyen and his Lions that the Currie Cup is not the United Rugby Championship.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the United Rugby Championship Round One encounter between Cardiff and the Lions at Arms Park.

MATCH REPORT: Flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu scored a whopping 37 points as the Springboks recorded a 67-30 victory over Argentina in their Rugby Championship Round Five clash in Durban on Saturday.

INJURY UPDATE: The Springboks have suffered several injuries following their 67-30 dismantling of Argentina at Kings Park.

OPINION: The Pumas returned to the site of their first-ever victory over the Springboks but unlike 2015 they were humbled by the home side in a 30-67 defeat.

MATCH REPORT: It was third time lucky for England as they claimed the 2025 World Cup title with their 33-13 victory over Canada in the Final at Twickenham on Saturday.

NEWS: Sophie de Goede was crowned World Rugby Player of the Year after helping guide Canada to the final of the Rugby World Cup 2025, where they were beaten by the Red Roses at Allianz Stadium on Saturday.

OPINION: @king365ed rates the South Africa players after their 67-30 rout of Argentina.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby Championship Round Five encounter between South Africa and Argentina at Kings Park in Durban.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby World Cup 2025 Final between Canada and England at Twickenham Stadium.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the United Rugby Championship Round One encounter between the Bulls and the Ospreys at Loftus Versfeld.

MATCH REPORT: The Johan Ackermann era at Loftus Versfeld got off to a winning start.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok captain Siya Kolisi compared the Boks' loose trio to Argentina's ahead of their Rugby Championship Round Five clash at Kings Park.

MATCH REPORT: World Rugby's Breakthrough Player of the Year nominee Braxton Sorensen-McGee scored twice as New Zealand beat France 42-26 in the Bronze Final of World Cup 2025 at Allianz Stadium on Saturday.

REACTION: New Zealand not only retained the famed Bledisloe Cup, but they have restored their lost pride.

PREMIERSHIP WRAP: English champions Bath got the defence of their Prem title off to the best possible start with a 47-31 bonus point win at Harlequins on Friday.

OPINION: The All Blacks built an early 20-3 lead on the back of three early tries, only to see the Wallabies storm back into the game by the half.

OPINION: Saturday’s contest between the Wallabies and the All Blacks at Eden Park in Auckland promised to be a bruising encounter, with both teams fighting for the 2025 Rugby Championship title.

MATCH REPORT: New Zealand staved off an Australia comeback on Saturday to win their Rugby Championship Test 33-24 and extend a remarkable unbeaten streak at Eden Park.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby Championship Round Five encounter between New Zealand and Australia at Eden Park.

Eddie Jones and Rassie Erasmus, two of the game's most mercurial coaches, will face off at London's iconic Wembley Stadium on Saturday, November 1.

MATCH REPORT: The Stormers got their season underway with a bonus=-point win, whitewashing an under-par Leinster team 35-0 in the opening-round fixture in Cape Town on Friday.

ROUND ONE PREVIEW: The Johan Ackermann era at Loftus Versfeld gets underway in earnest on Saturday.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has dubbed this weekend's Rugby Championship fixture against Los Pumas as a semifinal clash.

MATCH REPORT: Ulster ran in six times in a season-opening 42-21 United Rugby Championship victory over Dragons.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the United Rugby Championship Round One encounter between the Stormers and Leinster at Cape Town Stadium.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the United Rugby Championship Round One encounter between Glasgow Warriors and the Sharks at Scotstoun Stadium.

MATCH REPORT: The Glasgow Warriors got their United Rugby Championship campaign underway with a bonus-point (35-19) win over a willing Sharks at Scotstoun Stadium on Friday.

NEWS: SA Rugby recently hosted a groundbreaking World Rugby Educator course for its Strength and Conditioning workforce in Cape Town.

LONDON - After several weeks of thrilling women’s rugby, a new world champion will be crowned when England face Canada in the Rugby World Cup Final at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday.

SPOTLIGHT: John Mitchell is confident that the lessons he learned from losing the 2019 World Cup Final with England’s men’s team can help him guide the country’s women’s stars to global glory.

INJURY UPDATE: Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick has confirmed when prop Ox Nche will return to the pitch. 

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Lions kick off their United Rugby Championship campaign against Cardiff this weekend without their star flyhalf Chris Smith.

ROUND FIVE PREVIEW: This round of the Rugby Championship could be the Wallabies' best shot at regaining the Bledisloe Cup in a decade.

The Springboks could lose their top spot in the world rankings this weekend if they lose to Argentina in Durban.

ROUND FIVE PREVIEW: The Springboks and Los Pumas' Rugby Championship destiny is in their own hands heading into the penultimate round of the tournament. 

FRIDAY PREVIEW: Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson has described his side's United Rugby Championship opener against Leinster as an "angst-ridden" challenge.

SPOTLIGHT: Finding a powerful edge in their forward play should be a huge focus area for the Stormers.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok loose forward Kwagga Smith offered some tips on how his teammate, André Esterhuizen, can improve his game as a hybrid player.

TEAM UPDATE: Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has been forced to tweak his matchday squad for Saturday's Rugby Championship Round Five clash against Argentina in Durban.

NEWS: World Rugby has confirmed changes to the match official appointments for the remaining two rounds of the Rugby Championship.

Only days out from refereeing the Women’s World Cup 2025 final, Scotland’s Hollie Davidson has been presented with the World Rugby Referee Award in partnership with Emirates at the Women’s Rugby Global Summit in London on Thursday.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi has revealed his team to face the Springboks in Saturday's Rugby Championship Round Five clash.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Bulls head coach Johan Ackermann has included six Springboks in his starting line-up for Saturday's United Rugby Championship Round One clash against the Ospreys in Pretoria.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENTS: Black Ferns selectors have named their match-day 23 for the Women’s Rugby World Cup Bronze final at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday, September 27.

NEWS: An independent TMO process will be introduced to the United Rugby Championship, designed to improve the accuracy of key decisions and speed up the game.

TEAM ANNOUNCMENT: Red Roses head coach John Mitchell has named an unchanged match day squad for Saturday’s Women’s Rugby World Cup final against Canada at Twickenham Stadium.

SPOTLIGHT: The battle for the Springbok No.10 jersey is still a hot topic after no player has worn it consistently during the 2025 season. 

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok prop Wilco Louw has established himself as a regular in the national set-up after spending time in the international wilderness.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Sharks head coach John Plumtree has unveiled his team for Friday's United Rugby Championship Round One clash against Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun Stadium.

NEWS: Scottish Rugby has shown its commitment to the women’s game by confirming its annual contracting model for the 2025/26 season, which sees an increase in contracted players from the previous year and up to 50 having access to high-performance environments.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Flank Ardie Savea will captain New Zealand against Australia as the All Blacks made four changes to a side "stung" by their record defeat to South Africa.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson has revealed his matchday squad for Friday's United Rugby Championship opener against Leinster.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: James Slipper will become the first Wallaby player to notch 150 Tests when the veteran prop lines up in Saturday's Bledisloe Cup blockbuster against New Zealand in Auckland.

OPINION: Rugby365 contributor Jon Cardinelli takes a look at some key changes in the Springboks' line-up for Saturday's Rugby Championship Test against Argentina.

IN THE SOTLIGHT: World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the bronze final and Grand Finale of Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 in England this weekend.

The odds don't look good for the Lions as they head into their first United Rugby Championship game this weekend with a long list of injuries, a poor run in the competition and a Currie Cup Final loss to contend with.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus sheds light on youngster Canan Moodie's selection ahead of veteran Jesse Kriel. 

The Springbok Women's World Cup campaign has not only forced calls for change in South Africa, but it has also created a buzz within the Southern Hemisphere.

INJURY UPDATE: Max Jorgensen is set for a Bledisloe Cup baptism of fire, the young gun set to start at fullback with Andrew Kellaway ruled out of the Eden Park Test on Saturday.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus gave a chirpy response to former Scotland coach Matt Williams' latest comments.

Bulls flanker Marcell Coetzee believes the new-look Bulls will take heart from the lessons of three United Rugby Championship Finals as they head into a new season under coach Johan Ackermann.

NEWS: Sale Sharks will have South African leading them in the 2025/2026 season.

NEWS: The referee appointments for the United Rugby Championship Round One fixtures have been confirmed.

NEWS: World Rugby has today announced that Scotland’s Hollie Davidson will take charge of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 final, which sees Canada face hosts England at Twickenham Stadium in London on Saturday, September 27.

SPOTLIGHT: Jan Serfontein’s return to Loftus Versfeld and his own assessment of his new Bulls team reveals a lot about where the Pretoria outfit’s focus has been in the build-up to the fifth edition of the United Rugby Championship.

WATCH as Sharks coach John Plumtree reveals his plans for his Springbok contingent.

WATCH as World Cup-winning former Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber reveals what they expect from their season opener against the Stormers and what type of squad they brought to Cape Town.

STAT ATTACK: The Springboks' clash against Argentina is one of similar styles, which could lead to the Rugby Championship holders falling into a trap. 

SPOTLIGHT: Mark Nawaqanitawase has told Rugby League side Roosters he will leave the club at the end of next year to return to the 15-man code, with an eye to playing in the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

NEWS: Munster coach Clayton McMillan has announced Tadhg Beirne as the province's captain for the 2025/26 season.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Coach Rassie Erasmus made some 'tweaks' to the South African team to face Argentina in a Rugby Championship crunch match in Durban on Saturday.

SPOTLIGHT: The Springbok Sevens will start the new season as defending HSBC SVNS World Champions, but for BlitzBok coach Philip Snyman, it will not be a year of protecting their title at all cost.

SPOTLIGHT: The All Blacks are eager to channel the pain from their record defeat to the Springboks in the right direction as they gear up for their showdown against the Wallabies.

SPOTLIGHT: With Kiwis dominating their coaching contingent, the Wallabies are hoping some additional All Black insight can help them finally crack a historic win at Eden Park to keep alive their pursuit for the Bledisloe Cup and Rugby Championship title.

The Lions will travel to Cardiff on their three-week tour of their United Rugby Championship campaign without some key players, but one Springbok will join them after the Test against the Pumas in London.

WATCH as Stormers assistant coach Dawie Snyman gives an injury update ahead of their URC season-opener against defending champions Leinster.

As the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 heads into its Grand Finale, one thing is clear: women’s rugby is no longer just a parallel to the men’s game - it’s a sport forging its own identity.

SPOTLIGHT: Hybrid players are becoming more popular in the modern game, and Springbok Andre Esterhuizen is a prime example of it. 

NEWS: France winger Gabin Villiere has been ruled out of their November Tests with an injury,.

INJURY UPDATE: Leinster has been boosted by the return of some big-name players ahead of the start of their United Rugby Championship title defence.

NEWS: The United Rugby Championship will adopt the global World Rugby trial of the 20-minute red card law for the 2025/26 season.

SPOTLIGHT: Willie le Roux's role for the Springboks this week could potentially be a glimpse into the future of the Test centurion.

NEWS: Cardiff has confirmed that coach Matt Sherratt has departed the team with immediate effect.

NEWS: World Rugby revealed the 2025 nominees for two of the game’s most prestigious honours, the Women’s 15s Player of the Year and the Women’s 15s Breakthrough Player of the Year.

Bulls coach Johan Ackermann says fans might be a little surprised when they see the team that he will pick to face the Ospreys in their United Rugby Championship opener at Loftus Versfeld this weekend.

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: It will be a 'disjointed' Sharks team that gets the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship campaign underway.

REACTION: Money doesn't buy you class!

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: SA Rugby president Mark Alexander, paid tribute to outgoing Springbok Women captain Nolusindiso Booi following her decision to hang up her boots after a storied career of close to two decades.

SPOTLIGHT: Returning Australia prop Allan Alaalatoa said that his team saw Eden Park as "just another footy field" as they aim to end New Zealand's 31-year unbeaten streak at the Auckland venue.

UPDATE: The surgery on fullback Aphelele Fassi has resulted in a belated call-up to the Springbok squad for another player.

SPOTLIGHT: Argentina will be getting some timely reminders of what they can achieve on South African soil.

NEWS: Hooker Folau Fainga'a will reunite with Dan McKellar in a return from France ahead of the World Cup and boost the Wallabies' set-piece stocks.

The best of times and the worst of times. Sinazo Mcatshulwa has lived through both in the last two Rugby World Cup editions with the Springbok Women.

UPDATE: The South African Rugby Union may have picked a scrimmage with an opponent more formidable than they had expected.

NEWS: Recently retired France international Paul Willemse has already moved into coaching, with French outfit RC Nimes announcing his appointment just days after he confirmed his decision to hang up his boots.

WRAP: Joji Nasova scored two tries and Fiji captured a second consecutive Pacific Nations Cup title on Sunday by defeating Japan 33-27 at Salt Lake City.

REACTION: The Lions will depart on a three-match United Rugby Championship tour with more questions than answers and serious injury posers.

MATCH REPORT: Griquas stunned the Lions to win the Currie Cup title in dramatic fashion by 27-25 at Ellis Park on Saturday.

REACTION: Following England's win over France in the semifinal of the World Cup, coach John Mitchell credited the Red Roses for showing heart to pull off the victory.

REACTION: The name George Alexander Whitehead will be written in the annals of South African rugby for his historic feats.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby World Cup 2025 semifinal between France and England at Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol.

MATCH REPORT: England is heading to the Women’s World Cup Final after beating France 35-17 at Ashton Gate in Bristol on Saturday.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Final between the Lions and Griquas at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.

REACTION: New Zealand's World Cup 2025 campaign came to a heartbreaking end, leaving the team gutted.

Ashton Gate, Bristol - Canada have written a new chapter in its rugby history after they stunned powerhouse New Zealand 34-19 in a commanding semifinal victory to reach the Final of the 2025 Rugby World Cup.

SQUAD UPDATE: Wallaby head coach Joe Schmidt has been forced to tweak his squad for next weekend's Rugby Championship Round Five encounter against the All Blacks at Eden Park.

NEWS: A Springbok star has provided an update after undergoing surgery.

UPDATE: The Springboks kicked off their preparations for the first of two crucial Tests, against Argentina in Durban next week, on a strong note.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby World Cup 2025 semifinal between New Zealand and Canada in Bristol.

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Sharks coach John Plumtree has named a 65-man squad to do duty in the upcoming United Rugby Championship.

MATCH REPORT: Canada booked their place in the Final of the World Cup after beating six-time champions New Zealand 34-19 in Bristol on Friday evening.

NEWS: France's woes ahead of their daunting Women's World Cup semifinal against hosts England mounted on Friday with the news that fullback Joanna Grisez has been ruled out through injury.

FINAL PREVIEW: History will be made at Ellis Park between the Lions and Griquas, who will face each other in a Currie Cup Final for the first time in history on Saturday. 

SPOTLIGHT: English Premiership Champion Juarno Augustus revealed the player who convinced him to move from Northampton Saints to Ulster in pursuit of chasing his Springbok dream. 

TRANSFER NEWS: The Stormers have bolstered their front row stocks by signing two props ahead of the upcoming United Rugby Championship season.

NEWS: The Blue Bulls Rugby Union announced on Friday that a professional season for its clubs will start in 2026, with millions of rands of sponsorships involved.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Lions named a powerful side to face Griquas in the Currie Cup Final at Ellis Park and named a Springbok as their captain.

BRISTOL, UK - England head into the Rugby World Cup 2025 semifinal against France as clear favourites - and with good reason.

SPOTLIGHT: Utility backline player Byrhandré Dolf topped the points charts for the Springbok Women at the conclusion of their 2025 Women’s World Cup campaign and spearheaded several records achieved by the team in their best-ever performance at the global tournament.

SPOTLIGHT: The Wallabies haven't beaten New Zealand at Eden Park since 1986, but they will take a huge step towards winning the Rugby Championship if they can end that hoodoo.

LISTEN as Lions head coach Mziwakhe Nkosi confirms Springbok Prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye's selection for the Currie Cup Final and the leadership role he will be entrusted with.

Losing one of the best tightheads in the world, Wilco Louw, is a bitter pill to swallow for the Bulls.

SPOTLIGHT: Leinster are covering all their bases as they go in search of more silverware this season and Jacques Nienaber will be an important component in that goal.

NEWS: World Rugby, national member unions and the International Rugby Players Association have launched WXV Global Series, a bold new international fixture series that will transform the global women’s rugby calendar and serve as a central pillar of the qualification pathway to Women’s World Cup Australia 2029.

WATCH as @king365ed chats to @renaldobothma about the hot-button subject of @mzansirugby, and a stand-off with SARU that may soon end up in court.

STAT ATTACK: It has been one of their best World Cup performances produced by the Springbok Women side.

TRANSFER NEWS: Newcastle Red Bulls acquired the services of another South African back to bolster their squad ahead of the upcoming PREM season.

SPOTLIGHT: Toulon fullback Melvyn Jaminet on Thursday said that he was eager to return to the French international set-up after serving his 34-week ban for posting a racist video.

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: James O'Connor has racked up the air miles this week, with the veteran flyhalf surprisingly recalled by Wallaby coach Joe Schmidt for the Bledisloe Cup campaign.

SPOTLIGHT: SA Rugby is ready to launch a professional league for women as soon as 2026 in a bid to be real contenders at the next World Cup in 2029.

INJURY UPDATE: The Lions have lost their captain for the Currie Cup Final and the opening period of the United Rugby Championship.

BRISTOL, UK - Friday night's World Cup 2025 semifinal clash between Canada and New Zealand is set to be an epic battle between two of the tournament’s top contenders.

TRANSFER NEWS: The Stormers have unveiled their plans to bolster their forward pack next year.

OPINION: Manie Libbok's masterclass display in the 43-10 demolition job of the All Blacks possibly answered any remaining questions surrounding his overall game.

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named most of the players who were members of the squad that retained the Freedom Cup in New Zealand last weekend.

WATCH as @king365ed sits down for an exclusive one-on-one with Stormers CEO Johan le Roux, chatting about rebranding, recruiting, financial stability, the SARU Test model and Currie Cup future.

The Lions have unveiled their new strip for the 2025/26 season at their Awards dinner on Tuesday evening.

SPOTLIGHT: Australia scrumhalf Nic White has called time on his playing career for the second time this year. 

SQUAD UPDATE: Argentina's flyhalf stocks have been bolstered ahead of their trip to South Africa.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Griquas head coach Pieter Bergh made just one change to his starting line-up to face the Lions in the Currie Cup Final at Ellis Park on Saturday.

STAT ATTACK: A first-ever Currie Cup Final will be played between the Lions and Griquas, and some of their key season statistics make for interesting reading. 

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says South Africa is blessed with loads of talented players who can step into the boots of injured players like Aphelele Fassie, Lood de Jager, and Jean-Luc du Preez.

The South African Rugby Union on Wednesday congratulated Lynne Cantwell on her forthcoming induction into the World Rugby Hall of Fame.

SPOTLIGHT: South African forward Ernst van Rhyn has made a big decison on his playing future.

NEWS: Springbok Women’s coach Swys de Bruin injected new life into the women’s game, but his appointment was only until the World Cup.

SPOTLIGHT: The Black Ferns' hard-fought 46-17 quarterfinal win over South Africa has left more than just bruises - it delivered exactly the challenge they needed as they chase a seventh Rugby World Cup title.

Scrumhalf, flyhalf, fullback - and now line-out jumper.

The Springbok Women's historic 2025 Rugby World Cup campaign has ignited a wave of pride and belief across South Africa, marking a turning point for the women's game in the country.

NEWS: Springboks Morne van den Berg and Asenathi Ntlabakanye were the big winners at the Lions Players awards hosted at Ellis Park on Tuesday night.

NEWS: South Africa’s Aimee Barrett-Theron will be one of the referees confirmed to officiate one of the semifinals of the Women’s World Cup this weekend.

NEWS: Women's World Cup chiefs have defended the decision not to punish flanker Axelle Berthoumieu during France's match against Ireland over a biting incident, saying such cases are "notoriously difficult" to assess.

WATCH as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus debunks the myth that he sent a 'young' backline into battle with the All Blacks.

NEWS: South Africa’s two oldest non-university clubs will form part of a bold new era for community rugby after securing the final pair of automatic slots for the Gold Cup.

SPOTLIGHT: Former Ireland centre Lynne Cantwell and England prop Rochelle ‘Rocky’ Clark will be inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame during a special ceremony on September 26 at the Women’s Summit, held in London on the eve of the Women’s World Cup 2025 final.

NEWS: Former professional netball player Mererangi Paul joins the Black Ferns squad in England as an injury replacement for Amy du Plessis.

NEWS: James O'Connor has flown to London with his Test future still up in the air, but the Wallabies flyhalf hasn't given up on playing in his first Bledisloe Cup match in five years.

DISCIPLINARY UPDATE: French loose forward Axelle Berthoumieu faces a lengthy ban, after her biting incident in the women's World Cup quarterfinal win over Ireland at the weekend was referred to a formal hearing.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe shared his thoughts regarding his side retaining the Freedom Cup and the upcoming two Tests against Argentina. 

INJURY UPDATE: The All Blacks have been dealt another injury blow to a playmaker following their 10-43 loss to South Africa in Wellington. 

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENTS: For the first time ever, SA Rugby has announced an Under-16 Elite Player Development squad for girls, joining the boys from the same age group for a camp in Paarl early next month, in what is another huge boost for the local women’s game.

CONTRACT EXTENSION: A contract renewal of one of South African Rugby's most respected figures will most likely rule out a return to the national set-up. 

NEWS: A former Junior Springbok and France international forward announced his retirement from all forms of rugby with immediate effect.

Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson gives an update on his team's pre-season preparations.

DISCIPLINARY UPDATE: Two French international women will learn their fate for committing foul play in their 18-13 win over Ireland on Sunday.

VIDEO: France’s dramatic 18-13 comeback win over Ireland in the Women’s World Cup quarterfinal has been overshadowed by controversy as footage of an ugly incident involving a French and an Irish player does the rounds on social media.

SPOTLIGHT: Scrumhalf Tate McDermott has warned the Wallabies their reliance on last-gasp miracles to win games won't wash against the All Blacks.

Springbok Women captain Nolusindiso Booi says her team is hungry for more after experiencing World Cup knockout rugby for the first time in history.

The Black Ferns head coach Allan Bunting and captain Ruahei Demant have heaped praise on the Springbok Women following their fiercely contested Rugby World Cup 2025 quarterfinal match at Sandy Park.

WRAP: Winger Max Spring scored three tries in 12 minutes as Racing 92 stunned European champions Bordeaux-Begles 44-32 in the French Top 14 on Sunday.

LISTEN as Springbok utility back Damian Willemse speak about their record-breaking 43-10 win over the All Blacks in Wellington on Saturday. 

WRAP: Blowout triumphs by Japan and defending champion Fiji in the Pacific Nations Cup semifinals set the stage for a rematch of last year's Final.

WRAP: England will play France in the semifinals of the World Cup 2025 after the Red Roses beat Scotland 40-8 in Bristol on Sunday.

LISTEN as Boland Cavaliers head coach reflects on his side's Currie Cup campaign following their 19-67 semifinal loss to the Lions at Ellis Park.

NEWS: Maro Itoje will be unable to train during England’s first camp ahead of the autumn series to manage the concussion sustained in the final Test for the British and Irish Lions against Australia.

LISTEN as Lions head coach Mziwakhe Nkosi speaks about the injury blow to his captain, PJ Botha and their upcoming Currie Cup Final against Griquas. 

OPINION: The Springboks struck the perfect tactical balance against the All Blacks in Wellington to deliver their most emphatic attacking performance under Rassie Erasmus.

LISTEN as Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus speaks about their record-breaking 43-10 win over the All Blacks at the Wellington Regional Stadium on Saturday.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup semifinal between Griquas and the Cheetahs in Kimberley.

OPINION: The Springboks retained the Freedom Cup with a brilliant performance and also handed the All Blacks their biggest loss ever. This is how we rated Siya Kolisi and his Springbok team as they moved back into second spot in the Rugby Championship standings. 

MATCH REPORT: Griquas will face the Lions at Ellis Park in next weekend's Currie Cup Final.

MATCH REPORT: The Lions will get another crack at ending their Currie Cup drought, after they cruised past the Boland Cavaliers, winning 67-19 in the semifinal at Ellis Park on Saturday.

The Springbok Women can return home with pride, knowing they’ve done their country proud - and sent a powerful message to the rest of the world.

MATCH REPORT: Canada scored seven tries in a dominant 46-5 win over Australia in the quarterfinal of the World Cup at Ashton Gate on Saturday.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup semifinal between the Lions and Boland at Ellis Park.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby World Cup quarterfinal between New Zealand and South Africa in Exeter.

REACTION: The All Blacks will be eager to go back to the drawing board in the coming says after their record defeat at the hands of the Springboks in Wellington on Saturday.

MATCH REPORT: The Springbok Women’s march at the 2025 World Cup has ended, but they did so in style as they were defeated 46-17 by the Black Ferns in Exeter on Saturday.

REACTION: An "emotional" South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus said Saturday the death of two former Springboks this week cast a shadow over their record-breaking win over New Zealand.

NEWS: Steve Borthwick has announced a restructuring of his England coaching team.

INJURY UPDATE: Springbok lock Lood de Jager's future as a Test player has been put in doubt following his latest injury.

OPINION: The All Blacks were handed a second-half trouncing in Wellington as a 10-7 half-time lead evaporated to a 43-10 loss.

MATCH REPORT: The Springboks recorded their biggest win over the All Blacks at the Wellington Regional Stadium by defeating their arch rivals by 43-10. 

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby Championship Round Four encounter between New Zealand and South Africa in Wellington.

MATCH REPORT: Argentina survived a late comeback by Australia to defeat the hosts by 28-26 in Sydney. 

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby Championship Round Four encounter between Australia and Argentina in Sydney.

REPORT: The Sharks struck an early blow, with a 26-17 victory over the Stormers in a pre-season outing in George on Friday.

This Saturday marks a monumental occasion for the Springbok Women, as they prepare to contest their first-ever Rugby World Cup quarterfinal.

PREVIEW: The Women's Rugby World Cup reaches the quarterfinal stage this weekend, with four clashes between old rivals.

WATCH as Springbok captain Siya Kolisi previews the Rugby Championship face-off with the All Blacks.

INJURY UPDATE: Black Ferns centre Amy du Plessis has been ruled out for the remainder of the Women’s Rugby World Cup following a shoulder injury.

NEWS: Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson will be heading to England later this year for a coaching gig.

ROUND FOUR PREVIEW: The Wallabies gold is suddenly cool again, and skipper Harry Wilson doesn't want his team's resurgence to be a flash-in-the-pan phenomenon.

PREVIEW: There will be a big spotlight in Johannesburg and Kimberley when the Currie Cup play-offs get underway on Saturday.

UPDATE: Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has formally been hit with two doping charges, not just one.

QUARTERFINAL PREVIEW: It’s a classic David v Goliath battle when the Springbok Women take on the mighty Black Ferns in the 2025 Rugby World Cup quarterfinal this Saturday.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Lions coach Mzwakhe Nkosi has revealed his team for Saturday's Currie Cup semifinal against Boland at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Cheetahs head coach Frans Steyn has tweaked his backline for Saturday's Currie Cup semifinal against Griquas in Kimberley.

REACTION: Mark Alexander, President of the South African Rugby Union. expressed condolences to the families and friends of two deceased Springboks.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Boland have been boosted by the return of two key backline players for their Currie Cup semifinal against the Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday.

ROUND FOUR PREVIEW: There is a touch of 'desperation' in the South African camp this week, which makes them a far more formidable foe for New Zealand.

WATCH as two-time World Cup winner Damian Willemse talks about the tactics for the Springboks' rematch against the All Blacks.

SPOTLIGHT: All Black head coach Scott Robertson believes he has a fairly good idea of what to expect from the Springboks in Saturday's Rugby Championship Round Four clash in Wellington.

NEWS: Former Springbok fullback Bevin Fortuin has passed away.

NEWS: Danny Wilson has been appointed as assistant coach to Steve Tandy, ahead of the Wales' year-end Tests.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin named Nolusindiso Booi at lock for Saturday's historic Women’s Rugby World Cup quarterfinal against New Zealand in Exeter.

The Springboks have been known for changing the landscape of rugby, especially during a World Cup - and now, their female counterparts are dropping some bombshells of their own.  

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Stormers squad will start their pre-season camp with a friendly against the Sharks in George on Friday.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok wing Edwill van der Merwe will return to action this weekend after he was included in the Sharks' matchday squad for Friday's pre-season warm-up match against the Stormers in George.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Black Ferns coaches selected their match-day 23 to play South Africa in the women's World Cup quarterfinal at Sandy Park in Exeter on Saturday.

SPOTLIGHT: Cheetahs head coach Frans Steyn will not allow his players to forget about the horror show that happened at the Free State Stadium on August 29 this year.

SPOTLIGHT: As the Springbok Women prepare for the biggest game in their history - a World Cup quarterfinal against the Black Ferns - scrum coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt knows just how monumental the challenge ahead is.

As the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 heads into the quarterfinals, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the standout players who lit up the pool stage.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi has made three changes to his starting XV for Saturday's Rugby Championship Round Four clash in Sydney.

WATCH as Springbok rookie Ethan Hooker shares his approach heading into a must-win Rugby Championship match against the All Blacks. 

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Playmaker Tane Edmed was named to make his starting debut while prop James Slipper returns from injury in his 149th Test as Australia look to inflict more Rugby Championship misery on Argentina.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The New Zealand selectors named their team to play South Africa in their Rugby Championship rematch at the Wellington Regional Stadium on Saturday.

SPOTLIGHT: It would be incredibly dangerous to underestimate the Springbok Women, warned Black Ferns assistant coach Steve Jackson ahead of their World Cup 2025 quarterfinal clash.

TRANSFER NEWS: The Stormers confirmed the signing of a Pumas playmaker for their upcoming United Rugby Championship season.

NEWS: The Rugby Football Union confirmed that Mark Mapletoft will step into a new role of Head of England Player Pathways.

SPOTLIGHT: Whilst All Black head coach Scott Robertson is yet to name his team for the rematch with the Springboks, three players won't partake in this crucial clash. 

ONE-ON-ONE WITH ... @king365ed sat down with Griquas coach Pieter Bergh ahead of the Currie Cup semifinals to learn more about the fabled journey that took him to Kimberley!

SPOTLIGHT: World Rugby has announced the Emirates Match Official appointments for the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 quarterfinals on September 13-14.

WATCH as Springbok assistant coach Duane Vermeulen speaks about the importance of the inclusion of a star player in the matchday squad to face New Zealand in Wellington.

ANNOUNCEMENT: Griquas head coach Pieter Bergh made one change to the starting side that lost to the Lions last week for their Currie Cup semifinal against the Cheetahs in Kimberley.

TRANSFER NEWS: One of South Africa's top young players will join Leinster's academy at the end of the year.

WATCH as Springbok assistant coach Duane Vermeulen clarifies the omission of veteran lock Eben Etzebeth ahead of the Boks' rematch against the All Blacks in Wellington.

NEWS: The Springbok Women centre Chumisa Qawe will miss the quarterfinal clash after she copped a suspension for a dangerous tackle during the final World Cup Pool D match.

INJURY UPDATE: The Boland Cavaliers provided an injury update following their 22-40 Round Seven Currie Cup loss to Western Province. 

LISTEN to what Deon Fourie said to his younger teammates ahead of earning his 100th cap for Western Province against the Boland Cavaliers.

WATCH as veteran hooker Malcolm Marx talks about the fallout of the Springboks' loss to the All Blacks in Auckland this past weekend.

SPOTLIGHT: There's no danger of complacency creeping into the Wallabies after their recent run of form, with their 2024 Rugby Championship collapse a painful reminder, says scrumhalf Tate McDermott.

WATCH as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus masterfully sidesteps a tricky question about match officials.

SPOTLIGHT: The Springboks will have to be a lot smarter with their trick plays if they want to catch the All Blacks off guard in Wellington.

SPOTLIGHT: The All Blacks have recently acquired the services of former captain Richie McCaw.

WATCH as Springbok rookie Ethan Hooker speaks about the influence of the experienced backs in the squad and his take on being inexperienced at Test level. 

OPINION: Rassie Erasmus appears to be placing all his chips on a dominant forward performance ahead of the Freedom Cup decider against the All Blacks in Wellington.

EXCLUSIVE: @king365ed sat down for a chat with young Luca Watson, a schoolboy who could teach some professional players the true meaning of the Spirit of Rugby.

REACTION: Although it was an extremely tough day at the office for the Springbok Women, head coach Swys de Bruin is not reaching for the panic button.

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: The Bulls have named a powerful United Rugby Championship squad consisting of 32 forwards and 24 backs, with a Springbok forward leading the side.

WATCH All Black head coach Scott Robertson's hilarious reaction when he found out that Rassie Erasmus planned to name the Springbok team on Monday. 

LISTEN as Lions head coach Mziwakhe Nkosi speaks about the challenges his team faced ahead of kick-off against Griquas and their upcoming Currie Cup semifinal challenge. 

WATCH as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus explains the seven changes he made ahead of the return fixture against the All Blacks.

REACTION: Listen as Griquas head coach Pieter Bergh explains the way forward as they head into the Currie Cup play-offs.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named a new-look backline for the second Test against the All Blacks in Wellington on Saturday.

INJURY UPDATE: Wallabies No.10 Tom Lynagh has passed further concussion testing but is still being monitored for an injury issue before the second clash with Argentina.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby World Cup Round Three encounter between France and South Africa in Northampton.

NEWS: Canada and Uruguay are the latest nations to qualify for the Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia.

WRAP: Teenage rising star Braxton Sorensen-McGee grabbed a hat-trick of tries as reigning champions New Zealand secured top spot in Pool C of the Women's Rugby World Cup with an emphatic 40-0 rout of Ireland in Brighton.

MATCH REPORT: The Springbok Women were humbled by the French in their last pool match of the World Cup in England.

MATCH REPORT: A fourth try by Vernon Paulo sealed the Cheetahs' Currie Cup play-off spot despite going down to the Bulls by 31-35 at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

SPOTLIGHT: Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii can feel the Australian rugby wheel turning after the Wallabies' AUS$5 million code-hopper's first Test double delivered the rebuilding side's latest statement.

SPOTLIGHT: Boland head coach Hawies Fourie believes his team's growth this year was there for all to see in their Currie Cup match against Western Province in Cape Town on Saturday.

Swys de Bruin has been a breath of fresh air as he continues to show why he is the perfect man to change the trajectory of the Springbok Women's team.

The Springbok Women are set to face a formidable challenge in their final pool match of the 2025 Rugby World Cup, taking on France this Sunday.

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok loose forward Kwagga Smith says next weekend's rematch against the All Blacks in Wellington can't come soon enough.

NEWS: All Black head coach Scott Robertson will be forced to make some changes to his matchday squad for next weekend's rematch against the Springboks in Wellington.

TOP 14 WRAP: European champions Bordeaux-Begles opened their Top 14 campaign with a 23-18 home win over La Rochelle on Saturday, while last season's strugglers Stade Francais ran amok in a handsome victory over newcomers Montauban.

OPINION: @king365ed rates the South African players after their 17-24 loss to New Zealand in Auckland.

OPINION: Very rarely do Test matches have as much history, prestige, and anticipation as this.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round Seven encounter between the Bulls and Cheetahs at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.

WRAP: Favourites England were made to work hard for their 47-7 victory against Australia at the Brighton & Hove Albion Stadium on Saturday, topping Pool A with their opponents also going through to the last eight of Rugby World Cup 2025.

NEWS: Following Fiji’s win over Samoa in the Pacific Nations Cup, Tonga has now officially qualified for the semi-finals and joins Fiji as the second nation from the Pacific Islands to secure its place at the Men’s World Cup 2027.

MATCH REPORT: The Lions leapfrogged to the top of the Currie Cup standings after an emphatic 37-7 victory over Griquas at Ellis Park on Saturday.

READERS’ FORUM: Kick-off has been delayed to 18:15 due to lightning. Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round Seven encounter between the Lions and Griquas at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.

 MATCH REPORT: Western Province bagged their first win of the season by defeating the Boland Cavaliers by 40-22 in the Currie Cup at the Cape Town Stadium. 

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round Seven encounter between Western Province and Boland at Cape Town Stadium.

REACTION: All Black coach Scott Robertson said Ardie Savea's reputation as a player who "makes the big plays" was enhanced by his heroics in their 24-17 Rugby Championship win over South Africa on Saturday.

PREVIEW: A few weeks ago, it was widely expected that Sunday's clash between France and the Springbok Women would be a battle for the top seed in Pool D.

REACTION: South African coach Rassie Erasmus promised selection and tactical changes, as his team look to salvage their faltering Rugby Championship campaign.

MATCH REPORT: The All Blacks recorded their first win over the Springboks in two years with a 24-17 result at Eden Park in Round Three of the Rugby Championship on Saturday.

REACTION: A fourth concussion this year has placed Tom Lynagh in doubt for the Bledisloe Cup and left Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt again assessing his flyhalf stocks.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby Championship Round Three encounter between New Zealand and South Africa at Eden Park in Auckland.

OPINION: Ill-discipline proved costly for the Wallabies as an 8-3 count against them led to a 21-7 lead for Argentina at the half.

MATCH REPORT: Replacement prop Angus Bell scored an 86th-minute try to help the Wallabies edge Argentina 28-24 in a thrilling Rugby Championship Round Three encounter in Townsville on Saturday.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby Championship Round Three encounter between Australia and Argentina in Townsville.

SPOTLIGHT: World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for matches in The Rugby Championship, the Pacific Nations Cup and Sudaméricano this weekend.

NEWS: Bayonne prop Tevita Tatafu will miss France's November Tests due to an ankle injury, the Top 14 club's head coach Gregory Patat said on Thursday.

MATCH REPORT: The Pumas' play-off hopes are hanging by a thread as the Sharks defeated the Mbombela outfit by 19-13 in a Currie Cup arm-wrestle at Kings Park.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round Seven encounter between the Sharks and Pumas at Kings Park in Durban.

WATCH as veteran centre Jesse Kriel speaks about 'standing in' as captain of the Springboks.

PREVIEW: The Pacific Nations Cup 2025 enters its decisive third week with semifinal qualification still wide open.

WATCH as Springbok captain Jesse Kriel reveals what motivates him ahead of the Eden Park face-off against the All Blacks.

ROUND THREE PREVIEW: This is the biggest and most iconic rivalry in the game, regardless of what the coaches and players would tell you.

SATURDAY PREVIEW: Strap up and brace yourself for plenty of drama as one home side and two away teams will be gunning to secure their Currie Cup play-off spots.

PREVIEW: With seven teams already securing their places in the Rugby World Cup 2025 quarterfinals, the final berth comes down to Australia and the United States - and the pressure is on.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Swys de Bruin has revealed his Springbok Women team for Sunday's final pool clash against France in Northampton.

SPOTLIGHT: The duel between All Blacks great Ardie Savea and Springbok "spiritual leader" Siya Kolisi will be one to savour.

OPINION: World Cup-winning former Springbok coach Jake White gives his take on the battle of the giants - New Zealand against South Africa at Eden Park in Auckland.

South Africa Women's dramatic 29-24 victory over Italy has served as a timely “wake-up call” for Women's Rugby World Cup hopefuls France, according to loose forward Charlotte Escudero.

ROUND THREE PREVIEW: With an eye to nine more Tests before December, Wallaby captain Harry Wilson reckons Tom Lynagh's brutally enforced absence will prove to have long-term benefits.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Australia skipper Harry Wilson was declared fit for the Rugby Championship clash with Argentina, while Andrew Kellaway got the nod to fill the shoes of injured fullback Tom Wright.

FRIDAY PREVIEW: It is make or break for Jimmy Stonehouse and his team as they head to Durban for a must-win Currie Cup Round Seven clash against the Sharks. 

WATCH as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus explains how he hopes to get an edge over the All Blacks in Auckland.

INJURY UPDATE: The Bulls revealed a staggering number of 24 players who are sidelined with various injuries.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok loose forward Marcell Coetzee will lead a new-look Bulls team in their final Currie Cup match of the season against the Cheetahs on Saturday evening.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi named a strong outfit for their Round Three Rugby Championship clash against Australia in Townsville, including two debutants on the bench.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Sharks have spread their resources across two teams as they welcome the touring Saracens and the Pumas to Kings Park for a double header.

SPOTLIGHT: Felipe Contepomi studied to become a doctor while playing rugby in Ireland, but admits the thought of coaching against his old mate Joe Schmidt is a daunting task.

REACTION: The midweek training mishap that ruled Jean-Luc du Preez out of the Eden Park Test against the All Blacks may be more serious than initially thought.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Griquas head coach Pieter Bergh made just one change to last week's starting line-up for their Round Seven Currie Cup clash against the Lions at Ellis Park.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Siya Kolisi has recovered from a knee strain, but will not lead the Springboks against the All Blacks in a Rugby Championship crunch match in Auckland.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: New Zealand coach Scott Robertson warned his players they must "clear their minds" if they're to match South Africa's physicality and extend a 50-Test unbeaten streak at Auckland's Eden Park.

INJURY UPDATE: The Stormers will start their United Rugby Championship campaign without the services of one of their most experienced forwards.

EXCLUSIVE: In recent years, women's sports have undergone meteoric rise, offering sports fanatics a new way to experience football, cricket, and now rugby.

SPOTLIGHT: England duo Rosie Galligan and Zoe Harrison have rallied behind their Saracens teammate Georgia Evans, after she hit back at abuse she received on social media during Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025.

Seven teams have booked their spots in the World Cup quarterfinals, with South Africa a surprise package in the line-up.

OPINION: A Springbok win in New Zealand is as rare as they come, but when managing to do so, it's always an epic contest.

NEWS: The most desired partnership in the game finally became a reality.

NEWS: Franco Smith has signed a new contract to remain as Glasgow Warriors head coach.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Deon Fourie will captain Western Province in his 100th match as the team’s Currie Cup campaign draws to a close against Boland Cavaliers at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

SPOTLIGHT: World Rugby chiefs have insisted they are supporting financially stricken Samoa "appropriately" at the Women's World Cup.

TRANSFER NEWS: The Sharks continued their signing spree by bolstering their squad with another World Cup-winning Springbok from the Bulls. 

WATCH as Springbok flyer Canan Moodie talks about the magnitude of facing the All Blacks at Eden Park.

SPOTLIGHT: The Wallabies are confident they have the depth to cover the loss of giant lock Will Skelton against Argentina, with Lukhan Salakaia-Loto in the mix for his first Test of the year.

NEWS: Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has ended speculation about his future by extending his contract until the end of the 2027 World Cup.

South Africans have a remarkable ability to do whatever it takes for the greater good of the team. In the Springbok Women’s side, that spirit is not only alive but thriving.

STAT ATTACK: History is made to be broken, and it will be no different for the Springboks when they head to Eden Park looking to break a 30-year and 50-game winning streak against the All Blacks at their fortress. 

SPOTLIGHT: All Black loose forward Wallace Sititi remembers last year's Test against the Springboks in Cape Town like it was yesterday.

SPOTLIGHT: Men's rugby must not be afraid to harness the personality power on show at the Women's World Cup to promote the game, World Rugby chief executive Alan Gilpin said on Tuesday.

LISTEN as Bulls coach Johan Ackermann speaks about the injury struggles his side is facing ahead of their Round Seven Currie Cup clash with the Cheetahs. 

STAT ATTACK: There were some remarkable individual and team performances the length and breadth of England as the second weekend of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 delivered a bucketful of highlights, including two players bringing up a half-century of Test tries and the first genuine shock result in the tournament since Ireland beat New Zealand in 2014.

NEWS: All Blacks coach Scott Roberston has welcomed the return of master coach Wayne Smith to camp ahead of their Springboks clash at Eden Park on Saturday.

WATCH as Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe and flank Marco van Staden speak about the Rugby Championship crunch match against the All Blacks at Eden Park.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Seven teams have booked their places in the Women's World Cup quarterfinals after some exciting pool matches in Round Two.

OPINION: Rugby365 contributor Jon Cardinelli has selected his Springbok matchday squad for Saturday's Rugby Championship showdown against the All Blacks at Eden Park.

The Springbok Women's historic 29-24 win over Italy is a very significant moment for the women's game in the country.

SPOTLIGHT: A young Wallaby back has put his hand up to change his playing position ahead of Australia's Rugby Championship clash against Argentina.

REACTION: It was in his best interest!

SPOTLIGHT: Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson wants to make it clear that Western Province's dismal Currie Cup campaign is on him.

WATCH as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus talks about nerves, history and the Eden Park factor.

NEWS: As All Black coach Scott Robertson heads into arguably the biggest week of his coaching career, the magnitude of the challenge against the Springboks at Eden Park is not lost on him.

WATCH as Bulls Currie Cup coach Phiwe Nomlomo discusses the 'relevance' of the Currie Cup in the modern game.

WATCH as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus explains why he delayed his team announcement ahead of the crunch Test against the All Blacks.

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus could not contain himself as he celebrated the South Africa Women's win over Italy on Sunday.

MATCH REPORT: History was made in South African rugby as the Springbok Women advanced to the World Cup quarterfinal for the first time ever after defeating Italy in dramatic fashion in York on Sunday.

NEWS: The world champion BlitzBoks will defend their HSBC SVNS Cape Town title in December as the Mother City’s biggest party returns.

NEWS: Allan Alaalatoa has been praised as the calming "father figure" of the Wallabies squad, with the returning prop tipped to play a big role in Saturday's Rugby Championship clash with Argentina in Townsville.

SPOTLIGHT: Paarl Boys finished the 2025 schools' season at the top of the South African rugby pyramid, while Garsfontein, Westville, and Graeme College lit up the regional leagues.

The Springbok Women squad of 2025 have etched their names into the history books by becoming the first South African women's team to qualify for the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals.

NEWS: The All Blacks have assembled in Auckland ahead of the third Test of the Rugby Championship, against South Africa at Eden Park this Saturday.  

SUNDAY WRAP: Ten tries, including a record-setter for the incomparable Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, and more than 60 points suggest this was a straight-forward affair for New Zealand.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby World Cup 2025 Round Two encounter between Italy and South Africa in York.

WATCH as Lions Currie Cup coach Mziwakhe Nkosi reacts to his 'demotion' in the build-up to the weekend's match.

THE ULTIMATE LIST: After overwhelming public demand insisting that the final rankings be released only after August 30, we’ve decided to publish them this weekend instead.

REACTION: The Asenathi Ntlabakanye doping saga took an intriguing twist over the weekend.

LISTEN as Pumas head coach Jimmy Stonehouse speaks about his side's chances of making the Currie Cup play-offs after their 39-13 win over Western Province in Cape Town. 

SPOTLIGHT: Being a female rugby player is not a piece of cake.

LISTEN as Boland Cavaliers head coach Hawies Fourie speak about his side's ill-discipline after their dramatic last-minute loss to the Sharks. 

INJURY UPDATE: Watch as Western Province head coach Labeeb Levy explains the various injuries his side suffered in their 13-39 loss to the Pumas at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

SQUAD UPDATE: Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus made a surprise decision on who will replace Bongi Mbonambi, who remained in South Africa for personal reasons.

SATURDAY WRAP: Australia's Wallaroos have battled to eke out a 31-31 draw against the USA in the most thrilling match yet at the Women's Rugby World Cup, with both sides still able to dream of reaching the quarterfinals.

MATCH REPORT: The Pumas kept their play-off hopes alive with a crucial 39-13 bonus-point win over Western Province in Cape Town on Saturday.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round Six encounter between Western Province and the Pumas in Cape Town.

MATCH REPORT: Siya Masuku slotted an 50-metre penalty in the 85th minute to snatch a sensational win for the Sharks over Boland Cavaliers in a Currie Cup Round Six encounter at the Woodburn Stadium, in Pietermaritzburg, on Saturday.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round Six encounter between the Sharks and Boland in Pietermaritzburg.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round Six encounter between the Lions and the Bulls in Johannesburg.

OPINION: The All Blacks have played 14 Test series this decade, winning eight via clean sweeps and going winless in just one – last year’s Rugby Championship effort against the Springboks.

Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin has opened up about the tactical shifts in his backline ahead of Sunday’s must-win match against Italy.

MATCH REPORT: The Lions scored an emphatic 44-5 win over the Bulls in Round Six of the Currie Cup at Ellis Park on Saturday.

NEWS: Two former French Under-18 coaching staff members have been punished over their roles in the events surrounding the disappearance at sea of one of the players Medhi Narjissi last year.

ROUND TWO WRAP: Champions Fiji opened the defence of their Pacific Nations Cup title with a win over Tonga but insist they have more in the tank ahead of next weekend’s match against Samoa in New Zealand, while Japan eased away from Canada in the closing quarter of their opener in Sendai.

PREVIEW: One simply cannot deny the magnitude of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Round Two match between South Africa and Italy on Sunday.

LISTEN as former All Black flyhalf and now Springbok attack coach Tony Brown gives his view of the Eden Park crunch between New Zealand and South Africa.

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round Six encounter between the Cheetahs and Griquas in Bloemfontein.

MATCH REPORT: Griquas will be a force to be reckoned with in the Currie Cup play-offs after they showed off their title credentials with a 40-10 win over the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Friday.

WATCH as WP coach Labeeb Levy speaks about the plan going forward for World Cup winner Deon Fourie

PREVIEW: The World Cup heads into its second week on the back of impressive off-field numbers, with organisers adamant the tournament's momentum can be maintained despite several mismatches in the first round of pool matches.

PREVIEW: To use a hackneyed articulation, it is truly the Dance of the Desperates!

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Utility back Nadine Roos will start at fullback and Unam Tose at scrumhalf for the Springbok Women against Italy in York, while Chumisa Qawe and Eloise Webb will make their first appearances at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 at the York Community Stadium on Sunday.

PREVIEW: Round one winners Canada and Tonga travel to Japan and Fiji respectively for their second and final pool phase matches as the Pacific Nations Cup 2025 enters its second week.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Loose forward Louw Nel will take over the captaincy for Western Province's Carling Currie Cup encounter with the Pumas at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Bulls team to face the Lions in Round Six of the Currie Cup shows four new inclusions, two positional switches, and one player making way.

The presence of Zenay Jordaan in the Springbok Women’s management team marks a significant milestone not only for South African rugby but for the global game.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: In what can best be described as a media tap dance, the Lions confirmed, at least in part, a report that United Rugby Championship head coach Ivan van Rooyen has taken control of the Currie Cup team.

NEWS: England captain Zoe Aldcroft has been ruled out of the rest of the pool stage of the Women's Rugby World Cup with a knee injury, it was announced Thursday.

SPOTLIGHT: Garsfontein host Helpmekaar in the Noordvaal Cup final this weekend, while Bishops head into the derby with Rondebosch with renewed hope of an upset.

It will be a battle of pace versus power when Italy take on South Africa in the second round of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 this Sunday at the York Community Centre.

OPINION: It will take some time for people to see the Springbok Women in the same light as their male counterparts, but man, have they made a genuine effort to stand up and be noticed.

OPINION: Former World Cup-winning Springbok coach Jake White opines on the Eden Park Rugby Championship face-off between New Zealand and South Africa.

FRIDAY PREVIEW: The Cheetahs versus Griquas match in Bloemfontein is arguably the match of the round, featuring the first and third-placed teams.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Sharks will host Boland Cavaliers in Pietermaritzburg in Saturday in the penultimate round of this year's Currie Cup.

EXCLUSIVE: The Lions host the Bulls at Ellis Park on Saturday and will go into their penultimate league round in the Currie Cup with their director of coaching, Ivan van Rooyen taking over the coaching reins.

NEWS: The Sharks will be able to test themselves against strong opposition before they get their United Rugby Championship campaign underway at the end of September.

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Cheetahs head coach Frans Steyn has revealed his matchday squad for Friday's big Currie Cup Round Six clash against Griquas in Bloemfontein.

SPOTLIGHT: Former All Black coach Laurie Mains has identified key areas of the game the All Blacks will need to work on if they want to get the better of the Springboks in their two-match series.

NEWS: Super Rugby will mark its 30th anniversary next year with the first of 77 matches kicking off on February 13, officials said Thursday, while tweaks were made to its finals format.

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Loose forward Pete Samu has returned to the Wallaby fold for the first time in two years while playmaker Tom Lynagh is also back to take on Argentina in the Rugby Championship.

TRANSFER NEWS:  Japan Rugby League One outfit D-Rocks have confirmed former coach and Scotland international Greig Laidlaw's successor. 

NEWS: Sixteen members of the All Black squad have been released to their Provincial Unions ahead of next week's Rugby Championship showdown against the Springboks at Eden Park.

STAT ATTACK: It is the most anticipated match of the year.

It's a new week, new challenges, with the same goal of reaching the quarterfinals for the Springbok Women. 

SPOTLIGHT: Incredible, historic, physical, astonishing, fabulous. One can use these words to describe the first round of the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup.

UPDATE: South Africa's national team arrived in Auckland close to midnight, local time, on Wednesday in high spirits.

EXCLUSIVE: Springbok Women's 66-6 win over Brazil at the 2025 World Cup was such a "surreal moment" for Danelle Lochner.

NEWS: The Cheetahs will call Amsterdam 'home' once again when the Challenge Cup gets underway later this year.

REACTION: Coach Rassie Erasmus is expecting an 'epic' arm-wrestle when the world's two top teams, South Africa and New Zealand, go head-to-head in Auckland next month.

SPOTLIGHT: Playing in her third World Cup for women, veteran Wallaroos utility Ash Marsters is hoping to again deliver in Australia's must-win match against the United States.

SPOTLIGHT: The Stormers have unveiled their new look!

NEWS: The New Zealand rugby community is mourning the loss of Shane Christie following his passing on Wednesday morning.

NEWS: Australia lock Will Skelton is returning to France to rejoin club La Rochelle before the start of the Top 14 season, in a blow for the Wallabies' Rugby Championship hopes.

REACTION: The South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport has provided some clarity on the Asenathi Ntlabakanye case.

OPINION: We keep getting told that the Springboks always win when it matters. And it doesn’t matter how, they just win. And who can argue with that?

WATCH as Bulls coach Phiwe Nomlomo addresses the possibility of his team not reaching the Currie Cup play-offs for the first time in years.

here was much focus on the Springbok Women’s kicking and flyhalf positions heading into the Rugby World Cup.

WATCH as Springbok loose forward Kwagga Smith speaks about the side's preparation for the two-Test crunch trip to New Zealand.

NEWS: President of SA Rugby Mark Alexander said on Monday the national governing body was grateful and humbled by the recognition as National Federation of the Year at the 18th annual South African Sport Awards.

NEWS: Melina Salale (Samoa) has been suspended for three matches.

SPOTLIGHT: Following the Springboks bouncing back against Australia and Argentina's shock win over the All Blacks, there have been significant changes to the latest World Rankings. 

SPOTLIGHT: Former Australian captain John Eales can pinpoint the moment the penny dropped for this Wallabies crop, and reckons Australian rugby's "skill revolution" will ensure their mounting injury toll doesn't spoil the momentum.

OPINION: The Springboks will head to New Zealand with an unsettled back row and more questions than answers around the No.8 position.

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus stuck to the players who did duty for the team in their opening two Rugby Championship matches against Australia for their tour to New Zealand, where they will play back-to-back Tests against the All Blacks next month.

LISTEN as Bulls head coach Phiwe Nomlomo explains the selection difficulty he experienced ahead of their 21-42 Currie Cup loss to Griquas.

OPINION: Two teams are on the brink of qualifying, while two have already been eliminated.

REACTION: The table-topping Cheetahs are looking to raise the bar ahead of their central-unions crunch clash with Griquas in the penultimate round of the Currie Cup.

LISTEN as Griquas head coach Pieter Bergh explains the reasoning for making several second-half changes during his side's 42-21 Currie Cup victory over the Bulls. 

PICTURES: The Bulls, hoping to finally break their trtrophy drought, have revealed their new look for the 2025/26 season.

REACTION: The Springbok Women’s performance coach, Swys de Bruin, could not have asked for a better start to his team's World Cup campaign.

WRAP: In balmy conditions before a boisterous, sold-out crowd of 7,458 at York Community Stadium, the Black Ferns opened their defence of the Rugby World Cup with a resounding 54-8 victory against Spain.

MATCH REPORT: The Bulls' chances of making the Currie Cup play-offs were dealt a heavy blow after going down 21-42 to Griquas at the Carlton Rugby Club on Sunday. 

SPOTLIGHT: Flyhalf Handre Pollard proved once again why he is an integral part of the Springbok machine going into the next World Cup in Australia in 2027.

MATCH REPORT: South Africa’s Women have made history by winning their first match at a World Cup since 2010 and doing so in style with their 66-6 victory over Brazil in Northampton.

NEWS: The Springboks will be without a key player for their upcoming tour to New Zealand after a player tested positive for a prohibited substance.