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Australia

Tonga send warning to Boks

REPORT: Tonga made a big statement with a historic 27-21 over a star-studded Australia A side in Friday’s international fixture at Teufaiva Stadium.

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New Zealand

'Excellent leader': All Black star reveals his future plan

NEWS: Thomas Perenara, the first player to reach 150 games for the Hurricanes has recommitted to the franchise and New Zealand Rugby for a further two years.

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South Africa

Etzebeth ready to lead Boks against All Blacks

NEWS: Eben Etzebeth will lead the Springboks against New Zealand on Saturday in Auckland despite the death of his father.

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Ireland

Sexton's misconduct decision due 'in coming days'

NEWS: The decision from Ireland captain Johnny Sexton's disciplinary hearing with European Professional Club Rugby held on Thursday is expected "in the coming days"

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News

Under-20 World Championship, Finals - Team Tracker

PREVIEW: Head coach Richie Murphy has named his Ireland matchday squad for Friday's World Rugby Under-20 Championship Final against France at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town.

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Ireland

'Absolutely terrible': Ireland reveal World Cup kit

JERSEY LAUNCH: Ireland officially released their World Cup kit on Thursday and a lot of fans are not happy about it.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Boks' kicking mystery solved

WATCH as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber unpacks the process to decide who will take the kicks at goal for the Springboks

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News

Euro schedule: Stormers get a date with champs in Cape Town

FIXTURES: The Bulls and Stormers will be up against two of Europe's heavyweights in the opening round of the 2023/2024 Champions Cup.

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South Africa

Bok coaches have 'perfect' record on New Zealand soil

SPOTLIGHT: The Springboks will line-up for Round Two of the Rugby Championship against the All Blacks in Auckland on Saturday with an unblemished record under the current coaching staff of Jacques Nienaber and Johan Erasmus on New Zealand soil.

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South Africa

'Eben is very emotional': Tragic news for Bok captain ahead of NZ Test

NEWS: Springbok captain Eben Etzebeth’s father Harry sadly passed away on Tuesday evening.

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New Zealand

Wholesale changes for Japan and All Blacks XV

PREVIEW: Japan head coach Jamie Joseph has revealed his Brave Blossoms team to take on the All Blacks XV this Saturday at Egao Kenko Stadium in Kumamot.

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Australia

VIDEO: Eddie demands Wallabies 'roll up sleeves' after losing a leader

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Eddie Jones demanded that Australia "roll up their sleeves" as he made five changes to his starting team to face Argentina after being thrashed by South Africa in his first game in charge.

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Argentina

Cheika wields axe for clash against Wallabies

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Argentina head coach Michael Cheika has revealed his team to face Australia in Round Two of the Rugby Championship in Sydney on Saturday.

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New Zealand

VIDEO: All Blacks bring in speed and experience for Bok clash

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: New Zealand head coach Ian Foster brought in Will Jordan as part of five changes to his starting line-up for Saturday's Rugby Championship showdown with South Africa in Auckland.

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NEWS

Captains revealed for SA Schools clash

NEWS: JJ Theron (SA Schools) and Imaani Pemba (SA Schools ‘A’) will captain their respective sides when the teams meet at the Boland Stadium in Wellington on Thursday, while there was also an injury-enforced change on the bench of the ‘A’ team.

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New Zealand

Kwagga v Ardie: An epic in the making

WATCH as seasoned Springbok Albertus Stephanus Smith talks about facing off against All Black star Ardie Savea.

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Latest News

Tributes pour in for Nick Koster

NEWS: Tributes have started to pour in for Nick Koster who has passed away at the age of 34.

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Australia

'I'm where I need to be': Cooper confronts his demons

SPOTLIGHT: Quade Cooper is confronting his demons head on as he prepares to tackle Argentina for the first time since suffering a devastating leg injury.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Bok plaudits for AMAZING Frans Steyn

WATCH as Springboks Malcolm Marx and Francois de Klerk sing the praises of retired teammate François Philippus Lodewyk Steyn.

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South Africa

'That was a statement': Kiwi says sorry to South Africans

SPOTLIGHT: For Crusaders scrumhalf Bryn Hall admitted that he got it wrong by underestimating the Springboks ahead of their Rugby Championship opener against the Wallabies in Pretoria last weekend.

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New Zealand

All Blacks endure 'ruthless review' ahead of Bok clash

SPOTLIGHT: All Black forwards coach Jason Ryan says no stone is being left unturned as his side prepares for a mammoth battle against the world's best pack of forwards.

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News

Wales flyhalf on his way to join the Highlanders

NEWS: Wales flyhalf Rhys Patchell has signed a one-year deal to play for New Zealand rugby franchise the Highlanders in 2024, it was announced Wednesday.

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Top 14

Another Kiwi on his way to France after World Cup

NEWS: New Zealand tight-head prop Nepo Laulala will join Toulouse next season, the French Top 14 champions said on Tuesday.

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South Africa

BREAKING: Injury forces two-time World Cup winner to retire

NEWS: Two-time World Cup-winning Springbok Frans Steyn has announced his retirement - with immediate effect.

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South Africa

Spotlight on Etzebeth: Ready to erase dark shadow of 2017

SPOTLIGHT: Annemie Bester looks at the career of Springbok captain Eben Etzebeth and what his teammates say about him.

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South Africa

VIDEO: What Nienaber expects from new 'game drivers' in Auckland crunch

WATCH as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber talks about his expectations for the new halfback combination in the Auckland crunch.

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News

The intricacies of the URC calendar

In the wake of the announcement of the 2023/24 United Rugby Championship fixture list, we take an in-depth look at the process behind setting up the calendar.

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News

SA teams to travel less in the new URC season

NEWS: With 102 days until the new United Rugby Championship season kicks off the league can confirm its fixture schedule in full for the 2023/24 campaign.

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News

The 2023/24 United Rugby Championship fixtures

Here is a full list of the 2023/24 United Rugby Championship fixture. 

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South Africa

Breaking: Etzebeth to lead Boks against All Blacks

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth will make a notable return from a shoulder injury as the captain of the team to face New Zealand in the second Rugby Championship Test in Auckland on Saturday.

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News

Kick-off date of Premiership rugby confirmed

NEWS: Premiership Rugby have confirmed the new look ten-team league will get underway on Friday, October 13, which is only two weeks before the Rugby World Cup final.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Bok coach backs his 'balancing act'

WATCH as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber talks about the benefits of his selection balancing act.

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New Zealand

All Black prop seriously injured in cycling accident

NEWS: Carl Hayman, who played 45 tests for the All Blacks between 2001 and 2007, was rushed to hospital in a helicopter on Tuesday after being left ‘seriously injured and confused’ in a cycling accident.

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New Zealand

All Black veteran Whitelock remains a doubt for Bok test

INJURY UPDATE: All Blacks will be out to field the most competitive side when they take on the Springboks in the Rugby Championship Round Two match on Saturday.

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Australia

Nic White scratching his head to find positives after 'horror show'

NEWS: Some will say they're clutching at straws but the Wallabies have found a silver lining to their 43-12 Rugby Championship mauling at the hands of Springboks.

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South Africa

Stormers lose another Springbok

TRANSFER NEWS: Stormers are set to lose another key player.

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South Africa

VIDEO: The key to Boks' blue chip back-three

WATCH as seasoned Springbok Daniel Johannes Vermeulen unpacks the real reason for the success of South Africa's back three.

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Australia

Wallabies suffer Hooper blow as Los Pumas loom

INJURY UPDATE: Australia flank Tom Hooper could miss Saturday's Rugby Championship Round Two match against Argentina.

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New Zealand

VIDEO: All bets are off in Auckland decider

All bets are off when the All Blacks and Springboks resume their rivalry this weekend.

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News

Disappointed Junior Boks shift focus to bronze

REACTION: The fact that they can still earn a podium position at the 2023 Under-20 World Championship by beating England in the bronze final on Friday will be a huge motivating factor for the Junior Springboks in the next couple of days as they prepare with the knowledge that some silverware can justify the hard work and effort of the squad.

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New Zealand

VIDEO: Boks bracing for another brutal battle

WATCH as Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids previews the Round Two Rugby Championship face-off against the All Blacks.

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New Zealand

'Error in judgement': All Black captain apologises for kicking fan

NEWS: New Zealand captain Sam Cane has apologised for tripping a pitch invader after their 41-12 Rugby Championship win over Argentina.

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News

'Show some respect': Eddie lashes out at media

REACTION: Eddie Jones' second stint as Wallabies head coach has kicked off in disastrous fashion.

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South Africa

VIDEO: 'This win ticks a different box'

WATCH as Daniel Johannes Vermeulen talks about what the future holds for him.

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News

Irish brutes bully Baby Boks

DAY FOUR WRAP: Ireland knocked hosts South Africa out in the semifinals of the World Rugby Under-20 tournament at the Athlone Stadium near Cape Town on Sunday.

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Scotland

Hogg quits the game with immediate effect

BREAKING NEWS: Fprmer Scotland captain Stuart Hogg announced his retirement from the game with immediate effect on Sunday just months before the World Cup.

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Australia

Aussie media 'savage' Wallaby coach

REACTION: Coach Eddie Jones said he endured "a long day at the office" in Pretoria after a disastrous start to his second stint in charge of the Wallabies.

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News

VIDEO: Why Boks are not getting carried away after Loftus romp

REACTION: The Springboks are not allowing themselves to get carried away after their incredible 43-12 win over Australia on Saturday at Loftus Versfeld.

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South Africa

Video: Springboks' new away strip in action

WATCH as the Junior Springboks will become the first South African team to play in the new strip when they face Ireland on Sunday.

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News

All Blacks brace for Rugby Champs decider against Boks

REACTION: New Zealand head coach Ian Foster says a showdown with the in-form Springboks is a challenge his All Blacks need following their 41-12 thumping of Argentina in Mendoza on Saturday in the Rugby Championship.

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Australia

Player ratings: Wobbly Wallabies

OPINION: The Wallabies’ new era under coach Eddie Jones has begun with a disappointing 12-43 loss to defending world champions South Africa at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.

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OPINION

Player Ratings: Warning signs for Michael Cheika

OPINION: The 12-41 loss was a huge shock to an Argentine side of which much more was expected.

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Second Phase

Player Ratings: One-way traffic

OPINION: The All Blacks kicked off the 2023 Rugby Championship campaign with an impressive 41-12 win over Argentina in Mendoza after a first-half blitz saw the visitors up by 31-0 at the half.

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News

All Blacks run riot in Mendoza

MATCH REPORT: New Zealand got their Rugby Championship campaign off to a flying start, recording a 41-12 win over Argentina on Saturday in Mendoza.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Bok coaches scratching their heads after thumping Wallabies

REACTION: Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick said a number of players have played themselves into contention for next weekend’s Test against the All Blacks after thumping the Wallabies on Saturday.

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South Africa

Bok coach reveals the 21 players heading to New Zealand

SQUAD UPDATE: After a big win against the Wallabies, Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber named a group of 21 players to join their teammates in New Zealand for next week’s second Rugby Championship outing against the All Blacks in Auckland.

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South Africa

Player Ratings: Boks stamp their authority

OPINION: The Boks sent a warning to future opponents in a World Cup year with a strong performance against the Wallabies in their Rugby Championship opener in Pretoria on Saturday

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Australia

Arendse hat-trick hands Eddie a reality check at Loftus

MATCH REPORT: The Springboks made a big statement, beating the Wallabies 43-12 in the Rugby Championship opener at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

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Australia

South Africa v Australia RECAP | Rugby Championship

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby Championship Round One encounter between South Africa and Australia at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.

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Japan

All Blacks XV ease past Japan XV

MATCH REPORT: The All Blacks XV started their Japanese tour with a comfortable 38-6 victory over a Japan XV in Tokyo.

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NEWS

SA Schools sides named after Craven Week

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENTS: The SA Schools selectors named two squads of 23 players each to represent the SA Schools and SA Schools ‘A’ teams at the conclusion of the Under-18 Craven Week in George.

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South Africa

South Africa v Australia - Teams and prediction

RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP, ROUND ONE: The Springboks take their first steps in 2023 when they host Australia at Loftus on Saturday with new captain Duane Vermeulen leading them in the challenge to keep their unbeaten record in Pretoria against the Wallabies intact.

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Craven Week

Craven Week: WP too good for Bulls in final match

SATURDAY WRAP: Western Province and Eastern Province claimed victories on Saturday to finish their respective campaigns unbeaten at the Under-18 Craven Week at Outeniqua Park in George.

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South Africa

The altitude discussion: Real or hyped up?

OPINION: The altitude topic has been thrown around a lot this week with some (read one particular rugby writer in New Zealand) saying the altitude is not an ally of the Springboks, while others still maintain it is a very real thing.

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South Africa

Stick: 'Eddie can take players to dark places'

NEWS: Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick says Wallaby coach Eddie Jones can take players to dark places to get the best out of them and that is why the visitors will be an unknown factor for the Springboks in their opening Rugby Championship game at Loftus on Saturday.

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South Africa

A full Loftus will light up Eskom's day

SPOTLIGHT: The saying ‘one man’s loss is another man’s gain’ can sum up Marco van Stadens’ season when Springbok captain Siyamthanda Kolisi got injured.

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Argentina

Argentina v New Zealand - Teams and Prediction

RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP, ROUND ONE: One of the big talking points after Ian Foster revealed this week has been the selection at flyhalf.

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Australia

Wallabies will face biggest challenge in world rugby at Loftus

NEWS: Wallabies forwards coordinator Neal Hatley reckons there is no harder place in the world to test their forwards than against the Springboks at altitude in Pretoria on Saturday.

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Latest News

Under-20 World Championship, Play-offs - Team tracker

PREVIEW: The hosts South Africa will take on a very motivated Ireland side in the first semifinal of the World Rugby Under-20 Championship on Sunday, July 9.

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Top 14

Welsh legend signs for Toulon as World Cup cover

NEWS: Former Wales and British and Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones will play for Top 14 side Toulon as cover during this year's World Cup, the French team said on Friday.

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OPINION

Jake White has his say on Loftus' Rugby Champs opener

OPINION: This weekend’s Test between South Africa and Australia at Loftus Versfeld is a tough one to call writes former Springboks head coach Jake White.

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News

World Rankings: Boks to climb above All Blacks?

SPOTLIGHT: It's Round One of the 2023 Rugby Championship and World Rugby has revealed the ranking permutations ahead of this weekend's matches.

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News

REVEALED: Why Tel Aviv Heat missed Euro cut

REACTION: Axed from the controversial Mzansi Challenge on political grounds, Tel Aviv Heat came within a whisker of facing South African teams in Europe.

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News

Cheetahs to call Amsterdam 'home' on European stage

NEWS: European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) unveiled the two invited teams for the 2023/2024 Challenge Cup season.

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Australia

Lolesio linked to Toulon after Wallabies shunning

TRANSFER TALK: Rookie Wallabies flyhalf Noah Lolesio is poised to walk out on Australian Rugby after being overlooked by new head coach Eddie Jones.

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Argentina

Argentina v New Zealand LIVE | Rugby Championship

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Rugby Championship Round One encounter between Argentina and New Zealand at Estadio Malvinas Argentinas in Mendoza.

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NEWS

Bulls face WP in Craven Week main match

DAY FOUR WRAP: The Blue Bulls will face Western Province in the main match of the Craven Week in George on Saturday.

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Australia

VIDEO: Eddie Jones sends Boks a message in Italian ... and a few other quips

WATCH as Australia coach Eddie Jones produces a few classic quips in the build-up to the Rugby Championship opener against South Africa in Pretoria on Saturday.

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Argentina

Foster answers the All Black flyhalf question

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: All Black coach Ian Foster has unveiled his first team of the year, naming one debutant to face Argentina in the opening round of the Rugby Championship in Mendoza.

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Argentina

Cheika reveals his hand for clash against All Blacks

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Argentina head coach Michael Cheika has revealed his team for Saturday's Rugby Championship Round One clash against the All Blacks in Mendoza.

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South Africa

How Rassie turned emerald green into Green and Gold

INTERVIEW: Jean Kleyn is a unique story, with a variety of shades of green in his journey.

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Argentina

VIDEO: All Blacks to crumble against transformed Argentina?

SPOTLIGHT: Veteran All Black lock Brodie Retallick says the Pumas have become a different beast over the last few years.

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News

Nations Series to set the tone for World Cup

SPOTLIGHT: International fans can look forward to five weekends of fixtures, featuring each of the Six Nations and Rugby Championship unions, when the Nations Series kicks off on Saturday, July 29.

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Latest News

Wallaby captain confident his knee troubles are over

REACTION: Veteran Wallaby prop James Slipper looks set to lead Australia against South Africa at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, despite what he described as a "challenging week".

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Japan

Jamie Joseph to ditch Japan

NEWS: Jamie Joseph has announced plans to step down as Japan's head coach.

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New Zealand

Chance for All Blacks fringe players to impress against Japan

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: A few All Blacks fringe players have a chance to fight for a World Cup spot when All Blacks XV take on Japan XV at Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium in Tokyo on Saturday, July 8.

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Australia

Four Wallaby debutants to face Boks

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Australian coach Eddie Jones has named four debutants as the side looks to create history with their first-ever win against South Africa in Pretoria on Saturday.

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Australia

Wallaby veteran a doubt for Bok clash

NEWS: Wallaby co-captain James Slipper is in doubt for their opening Rugby Championship Test against South Africa after suffering a knee injury at training.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Respect for referees behind Bok captaincy decision

WATCH as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber and Director of Rugby Johan Erasmus unpack the reasons for making Duane Vermeulen captain.

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Tonga

Coleman headlines Bordeaux-Begles' transfers

TRANSFER NEWS: Former Australia lock Adam Coleman will join Bordeaux-Begles after this year's World Cup where he is set to feature for Tonga, the French club announced.

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Craven Week

Craven Week: EP continue to impress

DAY THREE WRAP: Eastern Province and Western Province maintained their unbeaten records, while there were wins for the hosts, South Western Districts, and Free State on the third day of the SA Rugby Under-18 Craven Week at Outeniqua Park in George.

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Australia

VIDEO: Eddie Jones has put a #BIG target on Boks

WATCH as loose forward Rob Valetini and back Reece Hodge speak about the influence Eddie Jones is having on the team in his second stint as Wallaby coach.

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News

Junior Bok coach on why Ireland should be worried

REACTION: Junior Springbok head coach Bafana Nhleko said the tough route into the semifinals of the World Rugby Under-20 Championship will benefit his squad going into Sunday's play-off encounter against Ireland.

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News

Leinster bring in a COO with immediate effect

NEWS: Leinster have confirmed Guy Easterby as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).

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South Africa

VIDEO: Erasmus on the 'science' behind six-two split

WATCH as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber and Director of Rugby Johan Erasmus explain the science behind the use of a six-two split on the bench.

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South Africa

Boks bring in a Bull after big injury blow

TEAM UPDATE: Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber was forced to make a change to his team for their opening Rugby Championship Test against the Wallabies in Pretoria on Saturday.

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Australia

VIDEO: Boks must beware the Wallabies' booming boot

WATCH as veteran Wallaby Reece Hodge speaks about the importance of the kicking game against the Springboks at Loftus Versfeld.

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Australia

Big names included in Australia 'A' squad

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Veterans Bernard Foley and James O'Connor will get a chance to push for World Cup selection after being named in the Australia 'A' squad to face Tonga next month.

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News

All Black legend set to bag Moana Pasifika gig

NEWS: All Blacks legend Tana Umaga has been named as the next head coach of Super Rugby Pacific side Moana Pasifika.

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Argentina

How each team is tracking ahead of Rugby Championship

PREVIEW: A shortened Rugby Championship - to accommodate the World Cup - starts on Saturday with Southern Hemisphere teams honing their plans ahead of the showpiece tournament in France.

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News

Highlanders boost their roster with three exciting signings

TRANSFER NEWS: The 2024 Highlanders team continues to take shape with the announcement of three additional players.

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South Africa

New Bok kit revealed

BREAKING: South Africa will feature a brand-spanking new Springbok kit when they tackle Australia in the opening match of the Rugby Championship in Pretoria on Saturday.

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News

Junior Boks secure semifinal spot with gritty win

ROUND THREE WRAP: South Africa secured their spot in the semifinals of the World Rugby Under-20 Championship after a gritty 24-16 win over Argentina in their final pool game at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town.

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Craven Week

Craven Week: Big wins for big guns on Day Two

DAY TWO WRAP: The Leopards, Griffons, Golden Lions and Blue Bulls recorded big wins on Day Two of the SA Under-18 Craven Week at Outeniqua Park in George.

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News

CONFIRMED: Bok fullback signs for SA team

TRANSFER NEWS: Springbok fullback Willie le Roux will be playing in the United Rugby Championship next season.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Boks sweating over star prop's fitness

WATCH as South Africa's Director of Rugby Johan Erasmus speaks about the injury concerns ahead of the Springbok team's season-opener.

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News

Why Bok hooker is a good fit for Bulls

TRANSFER NEWS: Blue Bulls Company CEO Edgar Rathbone says Armand van der Merwe's experience will be a great addition to the squad as the Pretoria franchise continues to "evolve".

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Australia

VIDEO: Wallabies paying school fees in Pretoria

WATCH as seasoned prop Allan Alaalatoa explains how they are going to calm the nerves of players who have never faced a hostile Loftus Versfeld crowd before.

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South Africa

Duane leads Boks into battle

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Experienced No 8 Duane Vermeulen will lead the Springboks for the third time in their opening Castle Lager Rugby Championship clash against Australia at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

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Wales

Gatland brings in Plumtree

SQUAD UPDATE: Wales head coach Warren Gatland has bolstered his squad.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Orie - altitude is real

WATCH as seasoned Springbok Marvin Orie speaks about how to deal with the Wallaby 'giants'.

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Australia

South Africa v Australia: Tale of the tape

STATISTICAL UPDATE: As the well-versed idiom goes: 'There are Lies, damned lies, and statistics'.

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Argentina

'It has to be brutal': All Blacks still haunted by Christchurch shocker

SPOTLIGHT: All Black flyhalf Richie Mo'unga says his team can't afford to be "one-dimensional" when they face Argentina in their Rugby Championship Round One opener in Mendoza on Saturday.

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Ireland

Irish set to play, despite Cape Town tragedy

REACTION: The Ireland team looks set to fulfil its fixture in Round Three of the World Rugby Under-20 championship on Tuesday - despite a double tragedy hitting the team.

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NEWS

EP stun Free State

DAY ONE WRAP: Boland, Eastern Province, the Sharks and Western Province claimed important wins on Day One of the SA Under-18 Craven Week at Outeniqua Park in George.

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Australia

VIDEO: Wallabies ready to 'rip' into Boks in brutal slugfest

WATCH Wallaby veteran Allan Alaalatoa speak about the challenge of facing the Springboks at Loftus Versfeld - a venue where Australia has never won against South Africa.

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South Africa

VIDEO: The move that helped shape 'giant' Bok's game

WATCH as seasoned Springbok midfielder Andre Esterhuizen talks about facing the Wallabies at Loftus Versfeld in the opening round of the Rugby Championship.

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News

Under-20 World Championship, Round Three - team tracker

PREVIEW: Hosts South Africa has drafted in some serious muscle as they hope to salvage their campaign in the World Rugby Under-20 championship.

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Australia

Dual World Cup winner helps Australia plan World Cups

NEWS: Wallaby Phil Kearns has been appointed as a Director on the Board of the Local Operating Company (LOC) for Australia’s World Cup preparations in 2027 and 2029.

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News

Blues unveil their new coach

NEWS: The Blues on Monday named former Scotland and Fiji national coach Vern Cotter the new head coach of the Super Rugby Pacific side on a two-season deal.

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South Africa

VIDEO: The Kolisi update that will have fans in raptures

WATCH as Springbok captain Siyamthanda Kolisi gives yet another update on the progress of his rehabilitation from knee surgery.

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New Zealand

All Black ten jumper: Barrett or DMac?

SPOTLIGHT: Damian McKenzie is the X-factor in the All Black squad for the World Cup, that enigma of a player that is produced once in a decade.

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Craven Week

Craven Week kicks off in George this week

NEWS: The Craven Week kicks off in George at Outeniqua Park this week showcasing the best of this years’ Under-18 talent on offer.

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South Africa

Ben Smith: Why altitude is 'not an advantage' for the Boks

OPINION: New Zealand-based scribe Ben Smith is partaking in his favourite pass time - bagging the Boks!

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Western Province signs Maties pivot

NEWS: Western Province has reportedly signed promising young Matie captain and flyhalf Jurie Matthee to bolster their playmaker options.

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South Africa

Western Province legend Johan Walters dies

NEWS: Johan Walters, great Western Province center, has died. 

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Wales

Dragons enter new dawn as deal is sealed

NEWS: The Dragons have struck a deal to return to private ownership this summer, thus ending the six years of Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) control.

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News

World Junior Championship matches moved due to inclement weather

NEWS: The inclement weather conditions in Cape Town has forced World Rugby to make a venue change for the World Under-20 Championship for the remainder of the tournament. 

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News

Biarritz signs disgraced French prop Haouas

NEWS: Disgraced French prop Mohamed Haouas will play for second tier Biarritz next season after he and Top 14 outfit Clermont came to a severance agreement, according to French media on Saturday.

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South Africa

How Nienaber can win with split squad

OPINION: @king365ed takes a stab at splitting the Springbok squad - much like coach Jacques Nienaber will do this week.

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Argentina

Global calendar: More details emerge of two-tier 'world series'

NEWS UPDATE: More details have emerged of the proposed new two-tier competition between the Six Nations and SANZAAR countries.

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New Zealand

All Blacks fly in reinforcement to Mendoza

INJURY UPDATE: All Black coach Ian Foster revealed that two injury replacements will travel to Argentina for next weekend's Test in Mendoza.

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News

Angry Warthog headlining Bulls' recruitment drive

TRANSFER NEWS: The Bulls ramped up their off-season recruitment drive this week, with a Springbok the latest on their wishlist.

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Argentina

Global calendar: New 'two-division' international competition

NEWS: The game's major stakeholders took a big step in the right direction at a meeting in London this week - where they met to discuss the future global calendar.

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France

More jail time for French prop

NEWS UPDATE: French prop Mohamed Haouas on Friday received his second prison sentence in two months.

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VIDEO: Rassie says Baby Boks are not far from playing for Springboks

NEWS: The Springbok management is watching the Under-20 World Cup  taking place in South Africa closely to identify the next generation of Springboks, says SA’s Director of Rugby Johan Erasmus.

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England

England boss Borthwick sheds light on key player's omission

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: England head coach Steve Borthwick has named his official training squad for the 2023 World Cup which kicks off in France in September.

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South Africa

VIDEO: The 'variety' that makes Boks a spicy mix

WATCH as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber unpacks how he can utilise four very contrasting flyhalves in the national team.

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News

Player spotlight: Baby Bok Jean Smith

INTERVIEW: Liam Heagney chats to South African Under-20 flyhalf Jean Smith to find out more about the Baby Bok No.10.

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News

Where it all went wrong for Junior Boks

REACTION: Junior Spingbok head coach Bafana Nhleko and captain Paul de Villiers believe that the Junior Boks can bounce back from the defeat to Italy to qualify for the  Under-20 World Championship semifinals.

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Ireland

Sexton charged with misconduct after rant at SA ref Peyper

DISCIPLINARY UPDATE: Ireland's star Johnny Sexton's dream World Cup farewell hangs in the balance following a misconduct complaint lodged by the European Professional Club Rugby.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Four years later, everything is easier says Bok hooker

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi reflects on how far the Springboks have come the last four years and how boring life would be if no-one had expectations of them.

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Australia

VIDEO: Wallabies go 'mental' for a win over Boks at Loftus

WATCH Wallaby coach Eddie Jones talking about beating the Springboks in the Rugby Championship opener at Loftus Versfeld.

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South Africa

Grant Khomo flare-up: Someone forgot to read the fine print

REACTION: The emotional outcry suggested a major crime had been committed. However, it happened to be no more than an oversight or miscalculation by Western Province officials.

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News

UPDATE: Italy stun Junior Boks in Paarl

WORLD CUP WRAP: Ireland finally recorded a victory, beating Australia in Round Two of the Under-20 World Championship.

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News

World Cup set to use 'bunker' review system for cards

SPOTLIGHT: World Rugby is reportedly set to introduce a review system for upgrading yellow cards to red cards during matches at the World Cup this year.

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South Africa

The big picture just became a lot clearer for Bok coach

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber says "the base is now in place" for his team to hit the ground running when the Rugby Championship starts next week.

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News

Bulls go on signing spree ahead of new season

TRANSFER NEWS: The Bulls have unveiled three new signings as they look to build a formidable squad ahead of the 2023/2024 season.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Big Bok blooper reel

WATCH this hilarious collection of clips, as the Springboks struggle to stick to the script during their preparations for the Rugby Championship.

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News

All Black centre heads to Australia

TRANSFER NEWS: Former Hurricanes centre Matt Proctor has signed with the Melbourne Rebels on a two-year Super Rugby Pacific deal, replacing departing Wallaby utility Reece Hodge.

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News

'Tough competition': Crusaders confirm 'Clash of Champions' for Northern Tour

UPDATE: The Crusaders have confirmed that they will embark on their first-ever international tour next year.

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News

Highlanders 'invest' in youth for 2024

CONTRACT NEWS: The Highlanders have announced the signing of several young players for 2024.

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Australia

Rookie rapt about Loftus face-off with Boks

INTERVIEW: Playmaker Carter Gordon isn't shying away from the prospect of making his debut when the Wallabies travel to South Africa to start the Rugby Championship.

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News

Pumas raid Varsity Cup ranks

TRANSFER NEWS: True to his word, Pumas coach James Stonehouse moved quickly to plug the gaps as a result of the annual exodus from Nelspruit.

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News

Bulls wing reveals his future plans

NEWS: Stravino Jacobs, known as the Bulls' Rocket Man, has extended his contract which will see him remain at the franchise until June of 2027.

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News

How Junior Boks plan to step up against Italy

SPOTLIGHT: The Junior Springboks plan to deliver an energetic effort at Paarl Gymnasium on Thursday, where they will take on Italy in their second Pool C match of the 2023 Under-20 World Championship.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Bok lifeline for capricious Nkosi

WATCH as South Africa's Director of Rugby Johan Erasmus gives his take on the latest chapter in the protracted Sibusiso Nkosi saga.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Rassie finds Eddie's 'mind games' entertaining

NEWS: The ‘Eddie Jones’ mind games have already begun ahead of the big Rugby Championship Test against the Springboks at Loftus next weekend, but nothing would surprise SA’s Director of Rugby Johan Erasmus.

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News

Cane sets record straight after Super Rugby Final

Following a stellar season in Super Rugby Pacific, there was no fairytale finish for the Chiefs in last weekend’s decider. But not long after the full-time siren had sounded, another twist came as a surprise to reporters.

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New Zealand

Carter on World Cup: 'Rarely do the favourites win'

SPOTLIGHT: All Black legend Dan Carter says the favourites tag means very little when the World Cup starts.

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Japan

Bok believes Japan can be one of the 'big dogs'

INTERVIEW: Annemie Bester spoke to Springbok Andre Pretorius about his time in Japan and what can be expected of them at the World Cup!

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News

Under-20 World Championship, Round two - Team tracker

PREVIEW: The Under-20 World Championship will resume with Round Two on Thursday after an action-pack Round One.

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News

CONFIRMED: John Plumtree's son gets URC gig

TRANSFER NEWS: Scarlets announced the signing of Welsh-qualified forward Taine Plumtree ahead of the 2023-24 season.

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South Africa

VIDEO: 'He is a bit of a worry' - Rassie reveals playmaker blow

INJURY UPDATE: South Africa's Director of Rugby Johan Erasmus has provided an update on the injured players in the Bok camp as the start of the Rugby Championship draws nearer.

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Australia

Wallaby giant to bring 'French' edge against Boks?

SPOTLIGHT: Will Skelton admits he's yet to realise his potential in a Wallabies jersey, but he thinks that will all change with better knowledge of how to use his massive frame and some rare time in camp.

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New Zealand

'He rolled the dice': All Black veteran a doubt for Rugby Champs opener

NEWS: Lock Samuel Whitelock is a doubt for the All Blacks' Rugby Championship opener against Argentina after playing through an achilles injury in the Super Rugby Pacific Final.

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New Zealand

New All Black kit is a 'winner'

NEWS: New Zealand has unveiled the All Blacks' World Cup kit.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Boks' juggling act to play two Tests in one week

NEWS: A small group of Springbok players will travel to New Zealand before the Test against Australia with the balance of the group earmarked for the Test in Auckland, around 15 or so, set to leave after the Australia Test on 8 July at Loftus Versfeld.

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Second Phase

Sibusiso Nkosi saga: Where to next?

OPINION: It would be a travesty to see one of South Africa's most talented wings fall victim to mental illness writes @rugby365com contributor Angus Opperman.

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Top 14

Gelant seeks new stomping ground after Racing 92 exit

TRANSFER NEWS: Springbok back Warrick Gelant has bid farewell to Racing 92.

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Argentina

Suspended All Blacks star to miss Bok clash

NEWS: One of New Zealand's centres is set to miss at least the first two games of the Rugby Championship next month after being hit with a three-week ban on Tuesday.

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Two rugby champions to meet in Ireland in 2024

NEWS: Two legendary rugby teams, both crowned champions in 2023, will face each other next year when the Crusaders and Munster meet in Ireland.

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France

Clermont request on Haouas 'unfounded' says tribunal

NEWS: A request by Top 14 club Clermont to cancel the employment contract of Mohamed Haouas, who was last month convicted of hitting his wife, was dismissed by a French industrial tribunal on Monday.

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Nkosi leaves Bulls with immediate effect

NEWS: Sibusiso Nkosi's time in Pretoria has come to an end.

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Wales

Big blow as Wales lose their captain ahead of World Cup

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Wales head coach Warren Gatland has confirmed 47 players in his updated training squad for World Cup 2023.

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News

NZR supports referee after Super Rugby final abuse

NEWS: New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has come out in support of referee Ben O'Keeffe and the comments he made following the Super Rugby Pacifika final on Saturday.

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South Africa

Why Boks are the real World Cup favourites

OPINION: France and Ireland have garnered plenty of attention when the favourites tag has been thrown around leading up to this year's World Cup, but those teams should be shaking in their boots with the Springboks on their side of the draw.

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Australia

VIDEOS: 'Utility' tag caught Wallaby rookies off-guard

NEWS: Rookie Wallabies Josh Kemeny and Dylan Pietsch have opened up about the tag of ‘utility’ which coach Eddie Jones sprung on them, saying it caught both of them off guard.

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England

England star undergoes surgery ahead of World Cup

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: England star Billy Vunipola underwent a minor surgical procedure on his injured knee.

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Australia

VIDEO: 'My journey's got plenty of ups and downs'

REACTION: The opportunity to captain his nation at a World Cup looms as the greatest honour of James Slipper's sometimes-turbulent career, but the veteran prop insists his only focus is helping the Wallabies seize an opportunity to create history.

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News

VIDEO: Cheetahs reveal their Super Rugby challenge

WATCH as Cheetahs coach Hawies Fourie reveals the Super Rugby challenge that awaits the Currie Cup champions later this year.

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News

VIDEO: Pumas ready to start 'rebuilding process' again

WATCH as Pumas coach James Stonehouse explains to @king365ed how his team will cope with another post-season exodus.

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News

Baby Boks regret 'not-so-good' moments

REACTION: There were good moments and some not-so-good moments for South Africa Under-20 in their 33-23 win over Georgia at the weekend.

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South Africa

Boland on the brink of 'big leagues'

REACTION: Newly-crowned First Division champions Boland could soon be in the 'big leagues' - financially.

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France

Australia's wannabe France lock Meafou ineligible for World Cup

NEWS: Toulouse's Australian lock Emmanuel Meafou will not be eligible to represent France before the end of 2023, meaning he will miss out on the Rugby World Cup.

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New Zealand

'I think I'll be in a bit of trouble with All Blacks management'

REACTION: Sam Whitelock expects to have some explaining to do to All Blacks coach Ian Foster after helping the Crusaders win the Super Rugby Pacific Final despite an ankle knock.

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Australia

VIDEO: Hooper 'all-in' on Eddie Jones' decision

REACTION: Michael Hooper has regained the Wallabies captaincy and will welcome the challenge for game time posed by in-form flank Fraser McReight.

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Australia

VIDEO: Eddie Jones explains surprise captaincy decision

WATCH as Australian coach Eddie Jones unpacks his decision about the Wallaby captaincy.

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News

Junior Boks off to winning start at World Cup

WRAP DAY ONE: South Africa kicked off their World Under 20 Championship with a winning start when they disposed of Georgia 33-23 in Stellenbosch on Saturday.

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Second Phase

Player ratings: Cheetahs

OPINION: @king365ed rates the Cheetahs players after their 25-17 win over the Pumas in the Currie Cup Final in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

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News

Cheetahs crowned as 2023 Currie Cup champions

MATCH REPORT: Cheetahs playmaker Ruan Pienaar sent the ball hurling into the stands as his team romped to Currie Cup victory after defeating the Pumas in the final in Bloemfontein on Saturday. 

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Second Phase

Player ratings: Pumas

OPINION: @king365ed rates the Pumas players after their 17-25 loss to the Cheetahs in the Currie Cup Final in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

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News

Cheetahs v Pumas RECAP | Currie Cup

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Final face-off between the Cheetahs and Pumas in Bloemfontein.

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News

Final face-off: Pienaar v De Beer

SPOTLIGHT: @king365ed looks at one of the more intriguing sideshows in the Currie Cup Final at the Free State Stadium on Saturday.

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News

Crusaders give Razor a winning send-off

MATCH REPORT: The Crusaders claimed a seventh straight title with a 25-20 win over the Chiefs in the Super Rugby Pacific Final Saturday.

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South Africa

Kleyn clearance 'important' for Boks

REACTION: World Rugby's decision to clear Ireland lock Jean Kleyn to represent South Africa is a huge boost for the Springboks.

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South Africa

Post-World Cup Bok exodus gathers momentum

TRANSFER NEWS: The Springboks' post-World Cup exodus appears to be gathering momentum.

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Scotland

The Wallaby that converted his dad to Scottish cause

INTERVIEW: Ahead of this year's World Cup, Jack Dempsey's decision to swap a Wallaby jersey for a Scottish jumper has finally been accepted by his father.

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South Africa

Irish lock cleared for Bok selection

NEWS: It is very likely that former Irish international lock Jean Kleyn will make his debut for the Springboks next month after being cleared for Bok selection under new eligibility rules.

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News

Cheetahs v Pumas, Currie Cup Final - teams and prediction

PREVIEW: Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse promised that he will have a 'few tricks up his sleeve' when they face the Cheetahs in the Currie Cup Final in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

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News

Under-20 World Championship, Day One - team tracker

SATURDAY PREVIEW: Champion France kicks off their campaign in defence of the World Rugby Under-20 title against Japan on the first day of the Championship while hosts South Africa will tackle Georgia in their opening game in Stellenbosch on Saturday.

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News

Injury forces Hawies to make one change for Currie Cup Final

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Cheetahs host the Pumas in the Currie Cup Final in Bloemfontein on Saturday in what will be their 16th Final, but will do so without their experienced prop Schalk Ferreira.

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News

Pumas opt for tried and tested to challenge Currie Cup Final

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has gone with the tried and tested combination for the third consecutive week when he picked his side to defend their Currie Cup title in the Final against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

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Reflections of a coach without silverware

REACTION: He may not have won any silverware, but Sharks Currie Cup coach Joey Mongalo believes he has impacted on the lives of many in his first season as a head coach.

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News

Super exit for some in Hamilton

SPOTLIGHT: Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific final clash between the Chiefs and Crusaders spells the end for some players and coaches.

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Australia

Eddie Jones enlists League great for 'physical' Boks

WATCH Wallaby coach Eddie Jones explains how he plans to beat the Springboks at altitude.

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SA playmaker still expects to join Cardiff for new season

NEWS: The saga of the Puma flyhalf and the Wales team in search of his services, is back on track and the South African playmaker is seemingly on his way to Cardiff next season after all.

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South Africa

Bok emerges from coma after 11 days

NEWS: Springbok Derick Hougaard has emerged from a coma after 11 days.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Frans Steyn's verdict on his World Cup prospects

WATCH as Cheetahs coach Hawies Fourie explains how two-time World Cup winner Frans Steyn feels about his prospect of making the team bus to France.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Kolisi draws inspiration from fellow Boks' injuries

WATCH as Springbok captain Siyamthanda Kolisi talks about his ongoing rehabilitation after knee surgery.

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News

'World-class environment': Wallaby joins Saracens

TRANSFER NEWS: Saracens announced the signing of Ollie Hoskins on a two-year deal.

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Quins lock in London Irish prop

TRANSFER NEWS: Harlequins have confirmed the signing of London Irish prop Lovejoy Chawatama.

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Chiefs v Crusaders, Super Rugby Final - teams and prediction

PREVIEW: The Crusaders aim to secure a seventh straight Super Rugby title and a triumphant swansong for talismanic All Blacks-coach-to-be Scott Robertson this Saturday.

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News

English pivot heads to Newcastle Falcons

TRANSFER NEWS: Rory Jennings has become Newcastle Falcons’ latest signing, joining the Kingston Park club on a two-year deal.

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England

Japan to host England in 'landmark occasion'

NEWS: The first ever Test match between England and Japan to be played in Japan will be held next year, the Rugby Football Union (RFU) and Japan Rugby Football Union (JRFU) have announced in a historic occasion for the two nations.

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Argentina

'France World Cup will be best ever' says Puma Juan Imhoff

NEWS: Juan Imhoff, recalled by Argentina after being left out in 2019, is sure that the Rugby World Cup in his adopted home of France is "bound to be magnificent".

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VIDEO: The Currie Cup has a special status in our hearts says Erasmus

NEWS: He would be forgiven if his heart pumps orange on Saturday when the Cheetahs and Pumas run out for the final of the Currie Cup in the Bloemfontein stadium on Saturday.

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News

'Interesting and fascinating Challenge Cup draw'

REACTION: The Lions head coach Ivan van Rooyen predicted some attractive attacking rugby following the Challenge Cup draw.

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News

Report: Specman to swap Griquas for BlitzBoks

NEWS: The Griquas will be very busy during the off-season as they not only seek a new forwards coach but also have to find a replacement for X-factor wing Rosko Specman. 

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Australia

VIDEO: 'I want the No.10 jersey'

INTERVIEW: Ten months after rupturing his Achilles, veteran flyhalf Quade Cooper is ready to make his second Wallabies comeback in the lead up to the World Cup.

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News

Stormers and Bulls get tough Euro draws

NEWS: The pool draws for the 2023-24 European Cup and Challenge Cup competitions have been made.

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France

Galthié reveals his hand ahead of World

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: France head coach Fabien Galthie has a revealed 42-man preliminary squad for the World Cup on Wednesday.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Realistic Rassie embraces World Cup pressure

WATCH as South Africa's Director of Rugby Johan Erasmus talks about the pressure on the Springboks, heading into the World Cup as defending champions.

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Top 14

VIDEO: Toulouse stars take Top 14 celebration to the next level

Toulouse clinched a 22nd French title over the past weekend following a stunning last-minute try from Romain Ntamack.

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Japan

Another Welsh star heads for the exit door

NEWS: The exodus of elsh internationals is gathering momentum.

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News

'Mindset all important for Junior Boks'

SPOTLIGHT: After two months of preparing in Stellenbosch, the Junior Springboks are more than prepared for their opening World Rugby Under-20 Championship match against unpredictable Georgia. 

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South Africa

VIDEO: Revealed - Elton Jantjies' spot in the Bok pecking order

WATCH as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber reveals where a recalled Elton Jantjies sits in the No.10 pecking order in the national team.

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South Africa

Kiwi's Bok chirp sparks social media backlash

REACTION: An off-the-cuff remark by New Zealand-based journalist Ben Smith has caused a social media firestorm - with some severe push-back by South African supporters.

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Australia

Wallaby powerhouse on track for return against Springboks

SPOTLIGHT: In a mighty boost to Australia's World Cup hopes, Taniela Tupou is on target for a return in the Wallabies' first Test of the year in South Africa.

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News

Jimmy wants Pumas to ditch 'small team' syndrome

INTERVIEW: Wily Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has elevated his team's status to 'major' ahead of the Currie Cup Final.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Boks found their ref replacement for Nigel Owens

NEWS: Nigel Owens may not be available, but the Springboks have the next best on board.

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News

VIDEO: Cheetahs get veteran Bok's signature ahead of Final

WATCH as Cheetahs coach Hawies Fourie unpacks the value of the veteran Springbok that signed for another year.

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News

Cheetahs v Pumas: Tale of the Tape

SPOTLIGHT: The Pumas are a mere 'infant' when compared to the rich Currie Cup history of the Cheetahs. One union was founded in 1895, the other almost a century later in 1969.

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New Zealand

All Blacks in an 'unusual space' ahead of World Cup

SPOTLIGHT: All Blacks head coach Ian Foster is confident he has the players to win the Rugby Championship and the World Cup this year.

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Craven Week

UPDATE: Venue change for Craven Week

NEWS: SA Rugby, in consultation with the local organising committee, have decided to move the 2023 Craven Week for Under-18 boys to Outeniqua Park in George.

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News

And the ref for the Currie Cup Final is ...

NEWS: The match officials for the Currie Cup Final and First Division Final, in Bloemfontein and Wellington on Saturday, have been confirmed.

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Van Graan adds new faces to his coaching team

TRANSFER NEWS: Bath head coach Johann van Graan has added Andy Robinson and Stevie Scott to his coaching team for the 2023/24 season.

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New Zealand

All Black's future still up in the air

REACTION: New Zealand Warriors coach Andrew Webster has poured cold water on speculation that All Blacks centre Roger Tuivasa-Sheck could be in line for a shock early recall to the National Rugby League club.

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Australia

'Fearsome' Wallabies to give Boks a taste of their own medicine?

SPOTLIGHT: Convinced Australia has the talent to win the World Cup, new forwards coach Neal Hatley has welcomed the Wallabies' daunting trip to Pretoria as the perfect season starter.

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Japan

'We're the best team that Japan has ever produced'

INTERVIEW: Japan veteran Michael Leitch said he believes his team can win this year's World Cup, claiming they have the best side the country has produced.

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Joey Mongalo's steep learning curve

SPOTLIGHT: Sharks coach Joey Mongalo says his team's 2023 Currie Cup campaign provided him with some valuable lessons going forward in his coaching career.

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Japan

The ethnic Korean who hopes to set example in Japan's RWC squad

SPOTLIGHT: Japan flyhalf Lee Seung-sin said Monday he wants to blaze a trail for his country's ethnic Korean population by playing at this year's Rugby World Cup.

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South Africa

'An incredible feat' for Springboks

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: SA Rugby President Mark Alexander paid tribute to World Cup-winning brothers, Jannie and Bismarck du Plessis, both of whom have retired from rugby following careers spanning 20 years and thanked them for their loyal service to rugby.

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England

RFU makes historic appointments amid challenging time

NEWS: Deborah Griffin is set to make history in 2025 and become the Rugby Football Union’s first female president.

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England

England reveal 38-man squad with update on injured players

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: England’s second Rugby World Cup preparation camp in Brighton sees Steve Borthwick name an increased 38-player training squad.

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Cheetahs chase Pumas revenge in Currie Cup Final

REACTION: The Cheetahs are on a mission to get their revenge against the Pumas when the two sides meet in the Currie Cup Final on Saturday.

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News

One-on-one with Michael R. Yormark: Why Premiership model must change

INTERVIEW: @king365ed sat down with Michael R. Yormark, President of Roc Nation Sports International, to unpack the financial challenges facing England's Premiership competition.

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Pumas running on 'pure heart and belief' amidst financial challenges

REACTION: Pumas head coach Jimmy Stonehouse says his team's determination to prove their worth in South Africa was the motivating factor in their Currie Cup semifinal win over the Sharks in Durban.

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Ireland

World Cup 2023: Former England wing on why Boks' rivals will fall short

SPOTLIGHT: Former England wing Ugo Monye has refused to be taken in by the hype surrounding the No.1 ranked Ireland ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

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Top 14

Toulouse's France stars have extra World Cup boost

REACTION: After Toulouse's star-studded side beat La Rochelle to claim a 22nd French Top 14 title, the club's host of internationals were ready to shift their sights to the Rugby World Cup.

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Samoa

All Blacks trio and Wallaby headline Samoa's RWC training squad

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Samoa’s World Cup training squad for the upcoming World Cup 2023 has been announced by head coach Seilala Mapusua.

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'Frustrating': Bulls lament lost opportunities

REACTION: Frustration took its toll on the Bulls during their Currie Cup 10-39 semifinal defeat to the Cheetahs on Saturday, says backline coach Hugo van As.

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Sharks coach on semifinal loss: 'It's all my fault'

REACTION: Sharks coach Joey Mongalo is taking full responsibility for his team's Currie Cup semifinal loss to the Pumas in Durban on Saturday.

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New Zealand

All Blacks bring in new faces for Rugby Championship

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: All Blacks head coach Ian Foster has revealed his squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship.

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News

'They were phenomenal': Chiefs face massive challenge in Super Rugby Final

SPOTLIGHT: Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan concedes the Crusaders are in "phenomenal" form but believes his side has good reason to take confidence into the Super Rugby Pacific Final.

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Top 14

VIDEO: Ntamack's late try wins Top 14 title for Toulouse

TOP 14 FINAL REPORT: Romain Ntamack scored a superb late try as Toulouse beat La Rochelle 29-26 in the French Top 14 Final on Saturday to claim a record-extending 22nd domestic crown.

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South Africa

Bok lock can add more value now than before

SPOTLIGHT: Rudolph Snyman has developed into an experienced lock in his time with Munster and is back in the Springbok squad together with his teammate and friend Jean Kleyn.

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Pumas upset Sharks to set up Currie Cup Final with Cheetahs

CURRIE CUP REPORT: The Pumas will face the Cheetahs in next weekend's Currie Cup Final in Bloemfontein.

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Sharks v Pumas RECAP | Currie Cup

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

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Cheetahs v Bulls RECAP | Currie Cup

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

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News

Cheetahs blow Bulls away in Bloem

MATCH REPORT: The Cheetahs booked a spot in the Currie Cup Final with a 39-10 win over the Bulls in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

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South Africa

Bok fights for his life in ICU

Former Springbok flyhalf Derick Hougaard has been in a coma for a week, his former girlfriend confirmed.

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News

Chiefs set up Super Final date with Crusaders

SUPER RUGBY REPORT: The Chiefs ended the Brumbies' Super Rugby Pacific season with a 19-6 semifinal win in Hamilton.

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News

'We're not a great team': Outgoing Blues boss' brutal admission

REACTION: All Blacks-bound coach Leon MacDonald admits the Blues were no match for the Crusaders after seeing his side handed a 52-15 Super Rugby Pacific semifinal thrashing in Christchurch.

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News

Video: SA back finds new home after London Irish collapse

TRANSFER NEWS: Bristol Bears have signed former London Irish centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg.

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News

Embrose Papier: SA's most elusive scrumhalf?

STATISTICAL SPOTLIGHT: The dust is still settling on this season's United Rugby Championship and teams will be in the boardrooms reviewing their campaigns.

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South African pivot to exit Premiership side

NEWS: South African flyhalf Tian Schoeman has left Premiership club Newcastle Falcons by “mutual consent”.

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Italy

Los Pumas legend to take over as Italy coach

NEWS: Gonzalo Quesada will become the first Argentinian to coach Italy after he was named to replace Kieran Crowley after the Rugby World Cup, the Italian federation announced Friday.

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News

Bulls get Grobbelaar boost for Currie Cup semifinal

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White has made four changes to his matchday 23 for Saturday's Currie Cup semifinal against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein.

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News

Cheetahs v Bulls - Teams and Prediction

SEMIFINAL PREVIEW: Cheetahs head coach Hawies Fourie knows that his team can't afford another slow start against the Bulls when they meet in Saturday's Currie Cup semifinal in Bloemfontein.

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News

Sharks v Pumas – Teams and Prediction

CURRIE CUP, SEMIFINAL: It will be a case of student versus master when the Sharks host the Pumas at the Kings Park Stadium on Saturday.

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South Africa

Nienaber opens up on 'vital' goal as Boks wait for Du Preez

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has provided an update after his squad wrapped up their first week of a three-week training camp in Pretoria.

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Wales

Welsh regional rugby running dry with top names

NEWS: Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back Liam Williams has become the latest victim as Cardiff offloads their high earners amid the club's' £2m budget cut for next season.

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Cheetahs make one big change for semifinal against Bulls

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Cheetahs head coach Hawies Fourie has made one change to his starting XV for Saturday's Currie Cup semifinal against the Bulls at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein.

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News

Crusaders cruise past Blues to another Super Final

SUPER RUGBY REPORT: The Crusaders have once again dashed the Blues' title hopes by dominating their Auckland-based rivals in a 52-15 win in the first Super Rugby Pacific semifinal.

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Top 14

PREVIEW: 'Mighty' Toulouse stand between La Rochelle and double

SPOTLIGHT: French rugby giants Toulouse meet La Rochelle in the Top 14 in Paris on Saturday with the Champions Cup holders looking to claim a double after May's continental success.

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South Africa

Boks confirm 'split squad' approach for Rugby Champs

INTERVIEW: Two different Springbok captains and two different teams will be used against Australia and New Zealand in the Rugby Championship in July.

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News

Stonehouse opts for unchanged match 23 to face Sharks

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has opted for an unchanged match 23 for the Currie Cup semifinals against the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.

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Italy

Italy's coach to leave role after World Cup

NEWS: Kieran Crowley will leave his role as Italy head coach after the World Cup later this year, despite the New Zealand coach's wish to extend his contract.

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South Africa

SARU bans another rogue provincial President

BREAKING NEWS: The Eastern Province Rugby Union President, Maasdorp Cannon, has been suspended for two years.

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News

Mongalo goes with tried and tested for Currie Cup semifinal

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Sharks head coach Joey Mongalo has revealed his team to face the Pumas in Saturday's Currie Cup semifinal in Durban.

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South Africa

Jantjies answers Bok SOS

BREAKING NEWS: A spate of injuries among Springbok flyhalves has led to the call-up to the Rugby Championship training squad of cover at No.10.

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News

Bulls star gets green light for semis after red card is rescinded

NEWS: The Bulls received a boost ahead of their Currie Cup semifinal against the Cheetahs with the news that Elrigh Louw's red card has been rescinded.

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France

France reveal new attack coach

NEWS: Patrick Arlettaz will take over as France attack coach following the World Cup, the French Rugby Federation announced on Thursday.

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News

Saints scoop up two from London Irish

NEWS: Northampton have acquired the services of a second player from London Irish with the announcement that Tom Pearson will be following Chunya Munga Premiership club.

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News

Premiership to 'strengthen governance' with new Sporting Commission

NEWS: Premiership Rugby confirmed the launch of the newly-formed Sporting Commission to help transform and strengthen its governance.

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South Africa

Erasmus hopes Aphiwe can play for Boks again one day

NEWS: South Africa's Director of Rugby, Rassie Erasmus, hopes Aphiwe Dyantyi can one day be picked for the Springboks again.

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South Africa

'It can be done': Tonga coach fires World Cup warning to Boks

SPOTLIGHT: Three Wallabies and five All Blacks make Tonga's squad its best ever and will give the Pacific nation a "massive X-factor" at the Rugby World Cup, coach Toutai Kefu has said.

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News

Super Rugby semifinals - teams and stats

PREVIEW: An injury-hit Crusaders team missing All Black forwards Sam Whitelock and Ethan Blackadder are anticipating a bruising encounter when they host the Blues in the Super Rugby Pacific semifinal on Friday.

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South Africa

The dwindling numbers of Lions in Bok colours

OPINION: Annemie Bester talks about the 'elephant in the room' - why the Lions no longer produce Springboks!

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News

'I was certain it was over': Goosen questions long-range penalty decision

SPOTLIGHT: Bulls utility back Johan Goosen wants television match officials to get more involved in the kicking side of things.

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Australia

'I'm devastated': Wallaby star pleads not guilty to sexual assault

NEWS: Suspended Wallabies playmaker Kurtley Beale said Thursday "the truth will come out" after he pleaded not guilty to sexually assaulting a woman at a Sydney pub, reports said.

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Argentina

SANZAAR apologises for its own Chairman over 'false' claim

REACTION: SANSAAR was left with egg on its collective face over false claims by Rugby Australia and current SANZAAR Chairman Hamish McLennan.

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South Africa

SA snatch Kleyn after voting against change of Regulation 8

NEWS: The Springboks almost lost the opportunity to make Jean Kleyn a Springbok because they voted against World Rugby's proposed change of Regulation 8.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Boks just have one fit flyhalf

NEWS: South Africa only have one fit flyhalf training in the build-up to the Rugby Championship.

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Wales

'I had no idea': Gatland's surprise admission over Wales job

SPOTLIGHT: Warren Gatland says he would not have returned for a second spell as Wales coach had he known the full extent of the problems plaguing Welsh rugby.

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News

Big Euro tournament format changes

NEWS: Following a spectacularly successful season the European competitions will show dramatic changes to its formats for the 2023-24 seasons.

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France

French federation reveals Laporte's replacement

NEWS: The French Rugby Federation (FFR) announced it had appointed Florian Grill as its new president on Wednesday less than three months out from hosting the Rugby World Cup.

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News

Bulls have a clear plan for Bloem

SPOTLIGHT: ‘It's not how you start but how you end.'

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South Africa

Springbok XV: The discards

OP0INION: @king365ed put on his thinking cap and selected a 'Springbok' team of players who did not make the Rugby Championship training squad!

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South Africa

Boks' World Cup opponents just got stronger

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Experienced Wallabies lock Adam Coleman was named in Tonga's squad Wednesday alongside former Australia teammate Israel Folau for Tests next month in the build-up to the World Cup.

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News

All Blacks star suffers another big setback

SPOTLIGHT: Scott Robertson has backed his injury-hit Crusaders to "rise to the occasion" against the Blues after losing Ethan Blackadder and lock Zach Gallagher for Friday's Super Rugby Pacific semifinal.

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Top 14

Garbajosa's exit 'needed to come sooner' says All Black

REACTION: Lyon's former New Zealand flyhalf Lima Sopoaga said on Tuesday coach Xavier Garbajosa's departure from the French club should have come earlier.

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England

MND claims another much-loved rugby legend

NEWS: Former England prop Paul Rendall has died aged 69, it was announced Tuesday.

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News

VIDEO: Cheetahs face interesting Pienaar poser

WATCH as Cheetahs coach Hawies Fourie tells @king365ed about his plans for the Currie Cup semifinal face-off against the Bulls.

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News

Video: Bok Dyantyi reveals his new stomping ground

TRANSFER NEWS: Springbok Aphiwe Dyantyi will make his long-awaited return to the rugby scene - sporting a Sharks jersey.

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Latest News

Dyantyi joins Sharks on clean slate says Hugo

NEWS: Sharks captain Reniel Hugo says new recruit Aphiwe Dyantyi has learnt his lesson and will join the Durbanites on a clean slate. 

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News

Griffons' scores do not tell the real story

SEASON REVIEW: The Griffons will be a much more competitive outfit next season says head coach Jacques Juries.

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Latest News

Sithole leads the exit list from the Lions

NEWS: Lions prop Sithembiso Sithole might very well be the Stormers’ answer to replacing Springbok Steven Kitshoff.

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Dobson has another coaching rethink

REACTION: John Dobson admitted that navigating between the Stormers’ United Rugby Championship and the Western Province’s Currie Cup season was 'not ideal' for the franchise.

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News

Highlanders get 'new' owners

NEWS: The Highlanders revealed the 'new' owners to join current co-owners Peter Kean, Shane Drummond and the regional provincial unions - Otago, Southland and North Otago.

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England

Borthwick makes some brave RWC moves

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Steve Borthwick has named a 28-player training squad for England’s first World Cup preparation camp at the England Rugby Performance Centre, Pennyhill Park.

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France

Lyon axe coach over 'player tensions'

NEWS: Lyon axed Xavier Garbajosa as coach after a season marked by tensions with the squad.

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News

VIDEO: Bulls keen to have another crack at Cheetahs

WATCH as backline coach Hugo van As unpacks the Bulls' loss to the Cheetahs at the weekend and their rematch in the Currie Cup semifinal this coming Saturday.

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South Africa

One-on-one with Michael R. Yormark: Kolbe was 'not' about the money

INTERVIEW: @king365ed sat down with Michael R. Yormark, President of Roc Nation Sports International, to unpack the reasons behind the decision of Springbok Cheslin Kolbe to sign with Japanese outfit @sungoliath.

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News

Currie Cup semifinals kick-off times confirmed

NEWS: The two Currie Cup semifinals will all take place on Saturday in Bloemfontein and Durban.

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News

PICTURE: Stormers say goodbye to homegrown talent

The Stormers have finally bid farewell to former Junior Springbok captain Ernst van Rhyn in a moving social media post.

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Ireland

Petulant Sexton slapped with 'misconduct' letter and possible ban

NEWS UPDATE: Ireland captain Johnny Sexton could miss a substantial portion of his country's build-up to the World Cup.

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Japan

Free-spirited Japan plans RWC ambush for England

INTERVIEW: Japan coach Jamie Joseph believes his team's "unorthodox" style can make life difficult for England at the World Cup.

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England

Borthwick might shock with England squad

NEWS: England coach Steve Borthwick is expected to announce the England training squad on Monday and two shock selections are on the cards.

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Wales

Another Wales player pulls out of World Cup training squad

NEWS: Wales lock Corey Hill has opted to pursue a club contract outside of Wales and has become the latest player to withdraw from the Wales World Cup training squad.

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News

Bulls sit with big concern as semis loom

REACTION: The Bulls’ Currie Cup semifinal spot was accompanied by a hefty price.

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News

Cheetahs peaking at the right time

REACTION: Cheetahs coach Hawies Fourie reckons his side is peaking at the right time going into their semifinal week after their vital fight-back victory over the Bulls at Loftus the past weekend.

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News

Currie Cup semifinals confirmed after WP destroy Sharks

CURRIE CUP REPORT: Western Province ended their Currie Cup campaign on high note after they smashed the Sharks 44-5 at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

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News

Province loss won't hurt us says Mongalo

REACTION: Despite the thrashing at the hands of Western Province over the weekend, Sharks head coach Joey Mongalo was adamant that the 5-44 loss in the last round of the Currie Cup in Cape Town would not hurt his team as they prepare for their home semifinal against the Pumas.

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Latest News

Top 14 club set to lure Wallaby to France

TRANSFER TALK: Union Bordeaux-Bègles could be one of the first clubs to swoop on the carcass of London Irish, with reports in France suggesting a Wallaby lock could be the first prize landed.

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News

Thorn reveals his plans after his Final Reds game

REACTION: Brad Thorn wants a “little break” and the Queensland Reds’ coach has probably earned it after signing off from 30 consecutive years in rugby with a gut-wrenching Super Rugby Pacific quarterfinal loss to the Chiefs.

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Second Phase

Jean Kleyn: Ireland's loss is Springboks' gain?

SPOTLIGHT: If everything goes as planned, Ireland lock Jean Kleyn could switch international allegiance after he was selected to join the Springboks Rugby Championship training squad.

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'Throw the kitchen Sink': White's vow to the Chiefs

REACTION: Wallabies scrumhalf Nic White declared the Brumbies would "throw the kitchen sink" at the Chiefs when they fly the flag for Australia in the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals.

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Top 14

Leyds scores as La Rochelle book Top 14 final date with Toulouse

TOP 14 REPORT: European champions La Rochelle beat Bordeaux-Begles 24-13 in the second semifinal of the Top 14 play-offs on Saturday and will face Toulouse in the final next week.

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News

Bulls v Cheetahs RECAP | Currie Cup

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round 14 encounter between the Bulls and Cheetahs at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.

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Western Province v Sharks RECAP | Currie Cup

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round 14 encounter between Western Province and the Sharks in Cape Town.

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Fourteen-man Bulls sneak into play-offs with two bonus points

CURRIE CUP REPORT: The Bulls have managed to book the final spot in this season's Currie Cup semifinals despite going down 27-31 to the Cheetahs in a thrilling final-round clash at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

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News

Jimmy to SARU: 'Please sir may we have some more?'

INTERVIEW: Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has pleaded with the South African Rugby Union to make a more concerted effort to invest in smaller unions.

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News

Super semifinals confirmed

SATURDAY WRAP: A Suliasi Vunivalu double got the Reds within reach of a historic Super Rugby victory, but Damian McKenzie sealed a quarterfinal win for the Chiefs.

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South Africa

Springboks call up Irish-capped lock

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber named a Rugby Championship training squad of 40 players.

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France

Toulouse power into Top 14 Final

REPORT: Toulouse gave a demonstration of power with a comprehensive 41-14 rout of Racing 92 to reach the Top 14 Final for the third time in four years.

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News

Currie Cup, Round 14 - teams and predictions

SATURDAY PREVIEW: There is only one place remaining in the Currie Cup semifinals.

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News

Bristol Bears replace suspended Exiles in Champions Cup

NEWS: The Bristol Bears have been handed a spot in next season's Champions Cup following the suspension of London Irish.

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News

Lions get semifinal lifeline in Welkom

MATCH REPORT: The Lions kept their Currie Cup semifinal hopes alive with a hard-fought 39-22 win over the Griffons on Friday.

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News

Pumas end Griquas' campaign in Kimberley

CURRIE CUP REPORT: The Pumas secured their spot in this season's Currie Cup play-offs with a hard-fought 27-17 win over Griquas in the final round in Kimberley on Friday.

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Griffons v Lions RECAP | Currie Cup

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round 14 encounter between the Griffons and the Lions in Welkom.

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News

Griquas v Pumas RECAP | Currie Cup

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round 14 encounter between the Griquas and the Pumas in Kimberley.

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News

WP Rugby steps closer to new equity deal

NEWS: The Western Province Rugby Football Union (WPRFU) is on the brink of finding an equity partner, SA Rugby announced on Friday.

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News

URC muscle as Sharks looking to end Province play-off dream

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Sharks will be seeking another character-driven performance in the Currie Cup on Saturday, when they host Western Province in the final round of the pool stages.

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News

White makes changes as Bulls bid farewell to Morne and Bismarck

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White has revealed his team for their crunch Currie Cup Round 14 clash against the Cheetahs at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

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News

Cheetahs lose star player ahead of Loftus trip

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Cheetahs coach Hawies Fourie has been forced into leaving his star playmaker behind when they left Bloemfontein, en route to Pretoria, on Friday.

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News

Dobson adds more muscle to WP's pack

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: There are six changes to the Western Province starting line-up for the coastal Currie Cup clash against the Sharks at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

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News

Blues cruise past hapless Tahs

MATCH REPORT: The Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific season has come to an end in the quarterfinals for the second straight year after a heavy loss to the Blues in Auckland.

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News

Fireworks expected in Canberra cauldron

PREVIEW: The Brumbies will host the Hurricanes in a Super Rugby Pacific quarterfinal, where two potent attacks will look to keep their seasons alive.

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News

Can Reds give 'big bad Brad' a winning send-off?

SPOTLIGHT: The Reds won't lean too heavily on their upset defeat of the Chiefs when the sides meet again in a Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final in Hamilton.

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South Africa

RIVALRY: Boks are the biggest threat to All Blacks' World Cup record

SPOTLIGHT: The Springboks could add another impeccable record to their rich history when they defend their World Cup title in France later this year.

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France

Imhoff chasing Los Pumas World Cup recall

TOP 14 PREVIEW: Racing 92's Argentina wing Juan Imhoff says he wants to make the most of Friday's Top 14 semifinal against Toulouse to put his hand up for World Cup selection later this year.

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Australia

Veteran prop on track to pass Gregan as most-capped Wallaby

NEWS: James Slipper is on track to become the all-time most-capped Wallabies player after extending his contract with Rugby Australia and the Brumbies for another two years.

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News

Lions aim to 'finish on a high' as Nkosi tweaks team

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Lions head coach Mziwakhe Nkosi has made a few changes to his starting team as they aim to finish as high as possible in the Currie Cup standings.

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News

Currie Cup, Round 14 - teams and predictions

FRIDAY PREVIEW: Five teams will compete for the last two playoff spots in the final round of the Currie Cup this weekend.

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Latest News

Star studded Fiji squad for World Cup announced

NEWS: Simon Raiwalui has named a 45-strong Rugby World Cup training squad which include 23 Fijian Dura players, 13 from the French Top 14, five from the English Premiership, and one each from the French Pro D2, the United Rugby Championship, Japan’s League one and Super Rugby.

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New Zealand

All Black winger on his way to Toulon in place of Kolbe

NEWS: All Blacks winger Leicester Fainga'anuku will join French club Toulon later this year, his New Zealand side the Canterbury Crusaders said Thursday.

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News

Mongalo overcomes adversity to headline new generation of coaches

SPOTLIGHT: Joey Mongalo sees himself as part of a bigger picture emerging in South African rugby.

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News

All or nothing for Province

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The Western Province have no choice but to empty the tank when they host the Sharks at Cape Town on Saturday. 

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News

Rebels confirm signing of Wallabies lock

NEWS: The Melbourne Rebels have officially confirmed Wallabies lock Lukhan Salakaia-Loto has signed with the Super Rugby Pacific team until the end of 2025.

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Japan

VIDEO: 'A new challenge' - Kolbe signs on the dotted line for new team

NEWS: The next chapter in Cheslin Kolbe's career has been confirmed.

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News

Where to from here as Premiership's demise begins

NEWS: The model for professional rugby in the UK seems to be inherently broken with London Irish being the latest victim of the financial crisis gripping the Premiership.

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News

Pumas make a handful of changes for showdown with Griquas

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Pumas have made five changes to their starting XV that will face the Griquas on Friday.

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France

Haouas to miss World Cup after hitting wife says France coach

NEWS: France head coach Fabien Galthie said on Wednesday that tight-head prop Mohamed Haouas will not be picked for this year's World Cup after being convicted of hitting his wife.

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South Africa

Coetzee's 'honest' view on his World Cup chances

SPOTLIGHT: Bulls flank Marcell Coetzee has admitted that his chances of making Springboks' World Cup squad are slim.

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News

Pietersen to give Plumtree 'headaches'

SPOTLIGHT: Former Springbok wing JP Pietersen wants to give John Plumtree some selection headaches over the next few seasons.

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News

'The last resort': London Irish file for administration after suspension

UPDATE: London Irish filed for administration on Wednesday following their suspension from all club competitions over a failure to provide financial assurances.

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News

Griquas tweak team for crucial clash

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Griquas head coach Pieter Bergh has revealed his team for their crucial final-round Currie Cup clash against the Pumas in Kimberley.

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News

Bok gets vital disciplinary role at World Cup

NEWS: Springbok Stefan Terblanche has been named part of the disciplinary officials for the upcoming World Cup in France.

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News

Stormers set record straight amid Kolbe's mega deal rumours

The Stormers have finally addressed the rumour mill surrounding the transfer deal with superstar Cheslin Kolbe. 

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News

Keagan Johannes coming into his own

SPOTLIGHT: Growing up in the small town of Mamre in the Western Cape, Keagan Johannes looked up to a player like Ruan Pienaar as the ideal scrumhalf. 

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South Africa

Vermeulen's unorthodox path to World Cup

INTERVIEW: Daniel Johannes 'Duane' Vermeulen has one mission before he bids farewell to the beautiful game.

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News

Wallabies hold onto to 'quality player'

NEWS: Rugby Australia and the Waratahs announced the re-signing of Lalakai Foketi until the end of 2025.

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New Zealand

The tonic Boks need ahead of World Cup

OPINION: The Springboks will likely send an ‘A’ team to New Zealand with a split squad strategy in this year’s Rugby Championship for one very specific reason.

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Australia

Phil Waugh's lofty goal for rugby in Australia

SPOTLIGHT: Phil Waugh has set the lofty goal of taking Australia to the top of world rugby in all four formats of the game after being formally ushered in as Rugby Australia's new CEO.

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News

Super Rugby top eight confirmed

NEWS: The Super Rugby Pacific tournament has confirmed the eight teams that have qualified for the quarter-finals and the matches that will be played this weekend. 

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News

London Irish kicked out of Premiership over lack of funding

NEWS: London Irish will not participate in any league next season after the club failed to prove they have the finances to continue operating, England's Rugby Football Union (RFU) announced on Tuesday.

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News

All Black star signs with Stade Francais

NEWS: New Zealand scrum-half Brad Weber will join Stade Francais next season, the French Top 14 side announced on Tuesday.

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News

Scotland prop extends contract with Warriors

NEWS: British and Irish Lion and Scotland international prop Allan Dell has extended his contract with the the Glasgow Warriors for the 2023/24.

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News

The rise of Ben-Jason Dixon

SPOTLIGHT: Ben-Jason Dixon has established himself as an important cog in the Stormers' engine room this season and his growth as a player will put the Capetonians in good stead heading into the 2023/2024 season.

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News

Bulls to honour a Loftus legend

SPOTLIGHT: Morné Steyn versus Ruan Pienaar is on the cards when the Bulls host the Cheetahs in the Currie Cup crunch match at Loftus on Saturday.

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News

Discipline key in final dash for play-off places

WATCH as the Bulls Currie Cup team's defence and breakdown coach, Sean Everitt, speaks about the key aspects of their game ahead of their crunch encounter with the Cheetahs.

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Latest News

SARU slams latest 'disgraceful' club stabbing

REACTION: The South African Rugby Union has labeled the latest report of a stabbing in a domestic club match as a 'disgrace' and 'unacceptable'.

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Australia

Former Wallabies flank unveiled as new Rugby Australia CEO

NEWS: Former Wallabies flank Phil Waugh was named chief executive of national governing body Rugby Australia on Tuesday, three months before the World Cup.

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News

Crusaders raise eyebrows after revealing Robertson's replacement

NEWS: Barely two years after being sacked by the Waratahs, Rob Penney has landed firmly on his feet as coach of the champion Crusaders.

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New Zealand

Viljoen in Kiwi U20 squad bound for World Champs in SA

NEWS: Jordi Viljoen, son of former Springbok scrumhalf, Roelof “Joggie” Viljoen, has been included in the New Zealand Under 20 squad for the World Rugby U20 Championship taking place in South African later this month.

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France

Injured Willemse make French cut

TEAM NEWS: Injured lock Paul Willemse was named in France's first World Cup training squad.

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News

Joey gets promotion after Currie Cup success

NEWS: Joey Mongalo has been rewarded for his success with the Sharks Currie Cup team.

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Tonga

Folau one of many big names in Tongan World Cup squad

NEWS: Tongan coach Toutai Kefu believes he has rounded up the best possible talent for the World Cup, including Israel Folau. 

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News

VIDEO: Pumas plan another 'Siege of Kimberley'

INTERVIEWS: It may not be on the magnitude of the event that took place during the Anglo–Boer War in the late 1800s, but as far as rugby games go this is going to be a titanic contest.

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News

Kimberley diamond stacks up the points

SPOTLIGHT: Lubabalo Dobela has been one of the stand-out flyhalves in the Currie Cup this season as one of the top points scorers in the competition.

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New Zealand

Sir Wayne Smith knighted by New Zealand

NEWS: Sir Wayne Smith received a knighthood for services to rugby in New Zealand's annual King's Birthday honours.

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News

Ruan Pienaar: Hawies Fourie's long road to 'wisdom'

REACTION: Cheetahs coach Hawies Fourie made a pivotal decision recently that ended a run of defeats that could have had catastrophic consequences for their Currie Cup campaign.

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Samoa

World Cup with Samoa on the horizon for Lealiifano

NEWS: Christian Lealiifano is about to close the deal on his transfer from Australia to Samoa for a potential World Cup appearance. 

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News

SA's 2012 World Junior champs: Where are they now?

SPOTLIGHT: Liam Heagney looks at what happened to the Baby Bok class of 2012, who famously beat New Zealand in the Final in Cape Town.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Dancing part of Kolisi's rehab

WATCH as the Springboks' World Cup-winning captain Siyamthanda Kolisi shows off his virtuoso dance moves - all part of his rehabilitation.

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News

REPORT: Stormers line up three Kolbe alternatives

TRANSFER TALK: Since the conclusion of the United Rugby Championship last month, the Stormers have been hard at work trying to boost their roster.

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News

Fijian Drua keen to continue their Super fairytale in Christchurch

Fijian Drua head coach Mick Byrne says guiding the fledgling team to the Super Rugby Pacific quarterfinals surpasses anything he has achieved in top-level sport.

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Top 14

'Big game': Racing 92 set up semifinal date with Toulouse

TOP 14 WRAP: Racing 92 beat 14-man Stade Francais 33-20 in a Top 14 play-off on Saturday to set up a semifinal against Toulouse in Spain next week.

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Lions gave Sharks perfect practice for semi's says Mongalo

REACTION: The Lions have given the Sharks the best possible preparation for the semifinals, says Joey Mongalo after his team won a hard fought battle in Durban on Saturday.

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Lions ‘gutted’ with Currie Cup campaign

The Lions head coach Mziwakhe Nkosi was left gutted following his team’s 21-29 defeat to the Sharks during the Currie Cup Round 13 clash at Kings Park on Saturday.

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News

Sharks stamp authority and climb back to the top

MATCH REPORT: The Sharks have reclaimed the number one spot on the Currie Cup after a ferocious tussle with the Lions in the Currie Cup in Durban on Saturday, claiming a 29-21 win.

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South Africa

VIDEO: Nienaber reveals his 'plan' for Bok success

WATCH as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber talks about his selection strategy in the build-up to the World Cup in France.

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Sharks v Lions RECAP | Currie Cup

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round 13 encounter between the Sharks and Lions at the Kings Park stadium in Durban.

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News

VIDEO: 'I think we are gone'

WATCH as Western Province coach John Dobson unpacks his team's loss to Griquas in Kimberley and next week's final home game against the Sharks.

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Cheetahs top of the log after winning cat fight in Nelspruit

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Pumas v Cheetahs RECAP | Currie Cup

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round 13 encounter between the Pumas and Cheetahs at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit.

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News

UPDATE: Moana Pasifika spoil Hooper's farewell party

SUPER RUGBY WRAP: The Waratahs will limp into the Super Rugby Pacific play-offs on the back of a shock 24-33 loss to wooden spooners Moana Pasifika in Sydney.

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News

Bok headlines Scarlets' coaching roster

NEWS: Former Springboks lock Albert van den Berg has been named Scarlets' new forwards coach for the 2023-24 season.

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Latest News

Bulls overcome three-hour stoppage to stay alive

MATCH REPORT: The Bulls overcame a three-hour delay as a result of a power failure to record a bonus-point (64-33 win over the Griffons in Pretoria on Friday.

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News

Welsh legend walks away from Ospreys

NEWS: Wales star Alun Wyn Jones has confirmed he will not be an Ospreys player next season.

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Bulls v Griffons RECAP | Currie Cup

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round 13 encounter between the Bulls and Griffons at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.

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Griquas v Western Province RECAP | Currie Cup

READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Currie Cup Round 13 encounter between Griquas and Western Province in Kimberley.

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Griquas puts huge dent in Province play-off hopes

MATCH REPORT: The unerring boot of George Whitehead and unbounded enthusiasm on defence saw Griquas score their seventh-successive Currie Cup win over Western Province on Friday.

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Cheetahs have score to settle in Nelspruit

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Cheetahs have a score to settle with the defending Currie cup champions, the Pumas, when they face each other in Nelspruit on Saturday.

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Currie Cup, Round 13 - teams and predictions

SATURDAY PREVIEW: The Sharks and Cheetahs are in the pound seats, as the Currie Cup play-off race heads into the finishing straight.

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Lions desperate for five points in Durban

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Lions coach Mziwakhe Nkosi has indicated that five points are what his team is after from their clash with the Sharks in Durban in the Currie Cup this weekend.

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WP's De Villiers to skipper Junior Boks

Paul de Villiers and Katlego Letebele will return for their second stint with the Under-20 South Africa squad, this time as captain and vice-captain of team for the World Rugby Under-20 Championship, which will kick off in Cape Town, Paarl and Stellenbosch later this month.

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News

Brumbies book home quarters, Blues dent Highlanders' hopes

SUPER RUGBY WRAP: The Blues have opened the final weekend of the Super Rugby Pacific regular season with a 16-9 home win over the Highlanders that severely dented the visitors' playoff hopes and opened the door for three of their rivals.

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Sharks switch it up for Lions

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Saturday’s penultimate Currie Cup round, when the Sharks host the Lions at Kings Park, is a crucial weekend of action as the teams all vie for positions on the log.

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Lions' try-machine dazzles in Currie Cup

Lions speedster Edwill van der Merwe has taken the sports quote ‘there are no speed limits on the road to success’ quite literally as he tears up the pitches across the country in his quest to score tries.

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Pumas add some Raw muscle for Cheetahs

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Pumas head coach Jimmy Stonehouse had made one change to his starting XV that will host the Cheetahs in Nelspruit on Saturday.

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Dragons keen to lure Pumas' lock to Wales

TRANSFER TALK: The Welsh United Rugby Championship club the Dragons are reportedly interested in signing South African lock Deon Slabbert from Currie Cup outfit Pumas.

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Australia

Double boost for Wallabies

NEWS: Rugby Australia received a double boost with the signing of rising star duo Langi Gleeson and Cadeyrn Neville.

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Currie Cup, Round 13 - teams and predictions

FRIDAY PREVIEW: With only one spot secured and one team out of the running, it is a six-team race for the remaining three places in the Currie Cup play-offs.

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News

VIDEO: Jake White's frank revelation of reason for Bok's absence from Bulls team

WATCH as Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White reveals the real reason why World Cup-winning Springbok Sibusiso Romeo Nkosi is not being selected for their Currie Cup team.

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Wales

Another World Cup headache for Warren Gatland

SQUAD UPDATE: Wales' World Cup training squad have lost another player.

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WP rush back URC stars

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Tighthead prop Neethling Fouche will captain Western Province in a Currie Cup match against the Griquas in Kimberley on Friday.

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Australia

'Eddie is brutal': Schalk sends Aussie warning to Boks

SPOTLGHT: Former Springbok hooker Schalk Brits says the Wallabies will be a "different kettle of fish" this year under Eddie Jones and that makes them dangerous foes heading into the World Cup.

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South Africa

EPRU slaps 'home game ban' on another club of 'thugs'

REACTION: The Eastern Province Rugby Union has been forced to suspend the home game of another club - the second time in as many months.

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News

No welcome mat for Sharks 'expats'

INTERVIEW: Fezokuhle Brian Zomakahle Mbatha is adamant the table-topping Sharks is not the finished product yet, despite sitting pretty at the top of the Currie Cup standings.

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News

'New' playmaker and captain for Bulls

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Bulls prepare to take on the Griffons with a rotated side ahead of the Currie Cup round 13 clash at Loftus Versfeld on Friday.

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News

London Irish gets extension to avoid Premiership axe

UPDATE: London Irish have been given a week's extension until June 6 to pay all staff their full May wages or face being suspended from the English Premiership.

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Australia

'Smash and grab': Wallabies' tactic for World Cup

Once a week, Eddie Jones and his Wallabies inner circle dial in for a Zoom meeting with one key focus - defying the odds and pinching the World Cup.

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New Zealand

All Blacks star to miss Rugby Championship

NEWS: New Zealand centre David Havili is expected to be sidelined for the entire Rugby Championship after suffering a serious hamstring injury in Super Rugby Pacific.

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France

Pau pounces on All Black veteran

TRANSFER NEWS: Double World Cup-winning lock Sam Whitelock has signed a two-year contract with Pau, where he will join his younger brother Luke after the World Cup.

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South Africa

SARU slams Eastern Cape club 'thugs'

REACTION: The Eastern Province Rugby Union's spotty record took another battering in the wake of renewed reports of violence in club matches.

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News

Griffons tweak for trip to Loftus

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: The Griffons have made just two changes for their Currie Cup Round 13 face-off with the Bulls on Friday.

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News

Dobson comes to Manie's defence

REACTION: Stormers head coach John Dobson said it is not fair that Manie Libbok gets the blame for Saturday's United Rugby Championship Final defeat to Munster.

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News

Griquas forced to change for WP face-off

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Griquas were forced into a change to their team for the Currie Cup Round 13 face-off with Western Province in Kimberley on Friday.

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Wales

Another Wales star retires from Test rugby ahead of World Cup

NEWS: Rhys Webb is the latest Wales star to retire from Test rugby ahead of the World Cup.

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News

Premiership club given deadline to pay staff

UPDATE: London Irish must pay all staff their full May wages on Wednesday or face being withdrawn from the English Premiership.

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South Africa

Boks 'delighted' with sound foundation

SPOTLIGHT: The Springboks wrapped up their second preparation camp on an exciting note in Durban on Wednesday, as the world celebrated the milestone of 100 days until the kick-off of the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France.

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News

Springbok to return to Sharks after four years in England

TRANSFER NEWS: The Sharks have confirmed that versatile Springbok prop Coenraad Oosthuizen will be returning to Durban from Sale Sharks.

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South Africa

State of the Bok nation: Hundred days to go!

WATCH as South Africa's Director of Rugby Johan Erasmus and Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber unpack the 'state of the nation' with 100 days to go to the World Cup.

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Argentina

World Cup to be a 'timely' reprieve from rugby's off-field problems?

SPOTLIGHT World Rugby chief executive Alan Gilpin said this year's Rugby World Cup is "timely" as Wednesday marks 100 days to go until the start of the tournament.

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News

Super Rugby bosses respond to Wallaby's 'factually incorrect' comments

REACTION: Super Rugby bosses have released a statement following Harry Wilson's comments that criticised referee Brendon Pickerill's handling of teammate Connor Vest's scary injury.

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News

'Simple advice': Wallabies wing signs on the dotted line

SPOTLIGHT: Some "simple advice" from Wallabies coach Eddie Jones has Suliasi Vunivalu confident about his rugby future with the wing signing a new deal until the end of 2025.

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News

'Nothing less than home semi,' says adamant Fourie

NEWS: Cheetahs coach Hawies Fourie says he will not be happy with anything less than four points in the bag when his team faces the Pumas in Nelspruit on Saturday.

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News

Griffons' nine eyeing title as top points scorer in Currie Cup

NEWS: Jaywinn Juries is the second highest points scorer in the Currie Cup but plays for the team destined for the wooden spoon this season that has only won a single game in twelve rounds of the competition thus far.

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France

France star given one-year jail sentence for hitting wife

UPDATE: French rugby international prop Mohamed Haouas was on Tuesday handed a one-year jail sentence for hitting his wife in public.

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News

CONFIRMED: Cheetahs get midfielder back from Pumas

TRANSFER NEWS: The Cheetahs have confirmed that centre Ali Mgijima will be returning to Bloemfontein.

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Ireland

No place for Kleyn in Farrell's Ireland squad

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Ireland head coach Andy Farrell named a 42-player training squad to begin preparations for the upcoming warm-up Test matches and the World Cup.

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South Africa

Kolbe on Toulon exit: 'I don't understand'

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe has opened up about his impending departure from Toulon.

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News

Bok wing takes swipe at men who 'judge' him

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok wing Sibusiso Nkosi says his time spent with the World XV squad last week was a break from being "judged".

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News

Currie Cup: Road to the playoffs

ANALYSIS: To appropriate a popularized colloquialism: 'It is High Noon at the OK Corral.'

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News

Why Munster winning the title is a boost for URC

SPOTLIGHT: The United Rugby Championship Final was played at the right venue as the competition continues its outreach into Africa but Munster taking the trophy home to Ireland might be good for the tournament going forward.

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Australia

Olympic glory or big pay-day overseas loom for Hooper

NEWS: An indecisive Michael Hooper might be chasing a big pay-day in Japan or France, or even glory in the Olympic Games as his future beyond 2023 still seems unsure.

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News

Kolbe to Stormers is 'impossible'

SPOTLIGHT: Stormers head coach John Dobson said there is no way his franchise can afford to bring Cheslin Kolbe back to Cape Town.

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News

URC Final: Stats reveal Munster's dominance over Stormers

STATISTICAL SPOTLIGHT: The Stormers were made to work hard on defence in their United Rugby Championship Final against Munster over the weekend.

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South Africa

Kolbe and Toulon part ways

NEWS: World Cup-winning Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe will be leaving Toulon, the French club confirmed on Monday.

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South Africa

REPORT: Former Bok hooker stabbed in farm attack

NEWS: Former Springbok hooker Lukas van Biljon sustained multiple stab wounds during a robbery at his family farm in the Free State, according to reports.

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News

Stormers 'need more players to compete' on all fronts

REACTION: Stormers head coach John Dobson is hoping he will have a "meaner and bigger" squad next season with a private equity deal and an adjustment to the salary cap on the cards.

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France

France reveal new venues for 2024 Six Nations fixtures

NEWS: For the first time in the history of the Six Nations, France will host its home fixtures away from the Stade de France, in Paris.

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Scotland

De Villiers extends contract with Scotland

NEWS: Pieter de Villiers, Steve Tandy and John Dalziel have extended their contracts as Scotland assistant coaches following Gregor Townsend, who committed his future to Scottish Rugby earlier this month.

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News

Big showdown in Durban looming to settle scores

REACTION: The Sharks face the Lions in the Currie Cup in Durban on Saturday and coach Joey Mongalo says they have a score to settle with the men from Johannesburg on and off the field.

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News

'An incredible player': Munster 'lucky' to have Snyman

REACTION: Munster star Tadgh Beirne says his team is 'really lucky" to have someone like Rudolph Snyman in their squad.

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News

Premiership on the brink of losing third club

NEWS: London Irish could join Wasps and Worcester in being suspended from the Premiership on Tuesday following a season of unprecedented financial turmoil in English club rugby.

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Top 14

Lyon qualify for Top 14 play-offs, Pau survive

TOP 14 WRAP: Lyon beat Bayonne 53-19 to qualify for the Top 14 play-offs after Sunday's final round of matches in the regular season.

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France

French star remanded in custody until trial

UPDATE: France prop Mohamed Haouas has been remanded in custody ahead of his trial on Tuesday for domestic violence his lawyer told AFP.

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Australia

Hansen on Folau: 'He can't be punished for life'

REACTION: World XV coach Steve Hansen said Israel Folau "can't be punished for life" after the talented back was booed at Twickenham on Sunday.

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South Africa

Is Frans Steyn running out of time?

WATCH as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber gives an update on the injury status of two-time World Cup winner Frans Steyn.

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South Africa

Boks found their 'replacement' for Nigel Owens

WATCH as South Africa's Director of Rugby Johan Erasmus explains how they 'parked' their well-documented disputes with match officials.

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England

Bok double can't stop BaaBaas triumph

MATCH REPORT: The Barbarians came out on top in a 14-try 48-42 points-fest against the World XV at Twickenham on Sunday.

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News

Tuilagi 'at his most robust' as World Cup looms

REACTION: Manu Tuilagi is playing "at his best" ahead of the World Cup according to Sale boss Alex Sanderson.

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News

All Blacks sweating over injured Crusaders

UPDATE: The Crusaders' comprehensive 42-18 victory over the Waratahs has come with a cost with two more All Blacks under injury clouds heading into the final round.

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News

Dobson on URC Final: 'The field was a nightmare for us'

REACTION: Stormers head coach John Dobson admitted that he might have gotten his team's "game model" wrong for the United Rugby Championship Final.

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New Zealand

All Blacks star Will Jordan decides his playing future

NEWS: Will Jordan has become the latest All Black to re-sign with New Zealand Rugby (NZR) until the end of the 2027 Rugby World Cup cycle.

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News

Farrell sends huge warning to future opponents

REACTION: Owen Farrell was adamant Saracens' victory in the English Premiership Final at Twickenham on Saturday was just the start after guiding the London club to a 35-25 win over Sale.

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