South Africa

Harlequins’ South African powerhouse goes from working-class coal mining town to chasing the double

Planet Rugby's James While spoke to Harlequins' South African lock Irne Herbst about his upbringing and time at the Premiership club.

‘A very South African thing to do’ – Courtney Lawes rejects Jake White claims after Bulls’ ‘exaggerated’ travel issues

Courtney Lawes has weighed into the debate surrounding the Bulls’ issues ahead of last weekend’s Champions Cup quarter-final.

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi and ex-head coach lead prestigious award nominees

Siya Kolisi, Eben Etzebeth, Jacques Nienaber and Manie Libbok have all been nominated for awards.

Quiz: Can you name every Springboks coach in the professional era?

This is trickier than you think!

‘Loved and adored’ Springboks captain Siya Kolisi named on 100 most influential list

Siya Kolisi has been named in TIME Magazine's list of the 100 most influential people of 2024.

‘He is the next Springbok flyhalf’ – South Africa legend picks Handre Pollard successor

South African Test centurion Victor Matfield has picked his ideal future Springboks flyhalf in the form of Sacha Feinburg-Mngomezulu.

Victor Matfield hails the Bakkies Botha-like enforcer that strikes fear into opposition packs

Victor Matfield has heaped praise on a second-row enforcer and has compared him to Bakkies Botha.

U20 Rugby Championship: The next generation of stars as squads named for inaugural tournament

All the squads for the inaugural U20 Rugby Championship.

Eben Etzebeth addresses Springboks captaincy amid doubt over Siya Kolisi’s role

Eben Etzebeth has addressed potentially replacing Siya Kolisi as the Springboks captain.

Stormers bolster lock stocks as Springboks hopeful returns on long-term deal

Experienced lock JD Schickerling is the latest player to return to the Stormers, who announced that he has joined them on a three-year deal.

Springboks ‘battle stats’ explained as Kwagga Smith believes size ‘doesn’t matter’

The Springboks have provided further insight into their "battle stats", with flanker Kwagga Smith stating that size doesn't matter.

2024 Rugby Championship fixtures and kick-off times confirmed as full tournament returns

SANZAAR have confirmed the match schedule for the 2024 Rugby Championship, with Australia, Argentina, New Zealand and South Africa battling it out for the trophy.

Ex-England centre urges Red Rose to follow South Africa’s lead and has his say on Bulls decision

Former European Professional Club Rugby boss Simon Halliday talks to Alex Spink about England's selection policy, South Africa's inclusion and more.

England legend doubles down on Bordeaux and Springboks size concern despite Harlequins’ ‘unlikely’ win

Former England hooker Brian Moore insists that Harlequins have not proved him wrong by defeating Bordeaux-Begles in the Champions Cup.

South African forward who loves the ‘dark arts’ to make Premiership switch

Newcastle Falcons have announced the signing of South African prop Luan de Bruin, who will join the Premiership club at the end of the season.

Springboks prop Ox Nche to add a new string to his bow in latest Rassie Erasmus experiment

Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus is looking to add versatility to Ox Nche’s game as he plans for the 2024 Test season.

Lukhanyo Am and Makazole Mapimpi recreate historic Rugby World Cup final try

We have seen this before!

19 stars who can prove their Test credentials in the Champions Cup quarter-finals

There are some players on the cusp of international selection and we took a closer look at some stars whose Test prospects could be boosted by strong performances.

Quiz: Can you name every World Rugby Player of the Year?

Give it a go and let's know how many you were able to name!

Bulls leave 11 Springboks at home for crunch Champions Cup play-off

Jake White has opted to leave 10 of his Springboks at home with another sidelined.

Rugby World Cup-winning Springboks continue to dominate the stats in Japan

Two experienced Springboks stars lead the way in important individual statistics from Japan Rugby League One this season.

Quiz: Can you name every Rugby World Cup Final try-scorer?

This is a real challenge.

Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Neinaber reveal why the Springboks changed tact and made things ‘tougher’ for France

Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber have explained why they moved from their traditional team announcements for the Rugby World Cup

SA Rugby hits back at Jake White travel complaints with detailed statement

SA Rugby has hit back at Bulls director of rugby Jake White’s travel complaints ahead of the side’s Champions Cup quarter-final against Northampton.

Quiz: Can you name all 44 two-time Rugby World Cup winners?

How many of the 44 players can you name?

‘Go cry somewhere else’ – England great receives backlash after concern over huge Bordeaux and Springboks packs

Brian Moore’s comments on the bench has caused debate.

Irishman credited for ‘tremendous analysis’ leading to Cheslin Kolbe’s charge down

The Irishman has since joined Rassie Erasmus' coaching staff following a successful Rugby World Cup stint.

Jacques Nienaber to impart Springboks ‘secrets’ on Leinster ahead of massive Champions Cup quarter-final

Jacques Nienaber looks ahead to Leinster’s Champions Cup quarter-final clash against La Rochelle this weekend.

Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber explain ‘method’ to Springboks’ World Cup selection ‘madness’

Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber have opened up on the Springboks’ bold selections for the Rugby World Cup.

Jake White slams SA Rugby over travel confusion after Bulls’ historic Champions Cup triumph

Bulls head coach Jake White has hit out at South Africa’s governing body.