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South Africa and New Zealand will be locking horns with each other in 2026 and 2030

SANZAAR extends Rugby Championship future

SANZAAR has confirmed that the Rugby Championship will continue through 2027, 2028 and 2029, ending speculation about its long-term future.

Malcolm Marx scored two tries for South Africa

Springboks edge Argentina to retain Rugby Championship

South Africa clinched back-to-back Rugby Championship titles after surviving a ferocious Argentina comeback in London, edging Los Pumas 29–27 in a gripping contest.

Damian McKenzie was part of the winning New Zealand side

New Zealand keep Rugby Championship hope alive with 28-14 win over Australia in Perth

New Zealand wrapped up the Rugby Championship with a clinical 28–14 win over Australia in Perth.

Siya Kolisi says Argentina’s fight makes Rugby Championship decider tough.

Siya Kolisi warns of Argentina's fight in Rugby Championship Finale

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has warned his side not to underestimate Argentina in Saturday’s Rugby Championship finale at Twickenham.

Felipe Contepomi backs new playmakers for Pumas

Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi has named Simón Benítez Cruz and Gerónimo Prisciantelli as his starting halfbacks for Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash against South Africa at Twickenham.

Scott Barrett captains All Blacks in Perth as injuries force key changes.

Scott Barrett returns to lead New Zealand in Perth

Scott Barrett returns from injury to captain the All Blacks in their second Bledisloe Cup clash against Australia in Perth.

Australia’s record-cap player James Slipper retires after Rugby Championship finale.

James Slipper to retire after Test Finale in Perth

Australia’s longest-serving Test player James Slipper has announced he will retire from international rugby after Saturday’s Rugby Championship match against New Zealand in Perth.

Wallabies halfback McDermott ruled out after serious hamstring surgery confirmed.

Tate McDermott to undergo surgery following hamstring injury

Wallabies scrumhalf Tate McDermott will undergo surgery on the hamstring injury he sustained in the opening Bledisloe Cup Test against New Zealand at Eden Park.

South Africa make one change for clash against Argentina

South Africa have made only one change to their starting XV for the Rugby Championship clash against Argentina at Twickenham.

Joe Schmidt reflects on Bledisloe loss, looks ahead

Joe Schmidt says Wallabies must improve after narrow loss to All Blacks.

Argentina lose Albornoz and Garcia to injury ahead of Springboks test at Twickenham.

Tomas Albornoz, Gonzalo Garcia ruled out for Argentina Test against South Africa

Argentina lose Tomas Albornoz and Gonzalo Garcia to injury ahead of Springboks test at Twickenham.

Beauden Barrett kicked a conversion and a penalty apiece for New Zealand

Roigard double fires New Zealand past Australia 33–24 at Eden Park

New Zealand claimed a hard-fought 33–24 win over Australia at Eden Park in the Rugby Championship, with scrum-half Cam Roigard scoring twice.

Andrew Kellaway ruled out of First Bledisloe Test

Wallabies fullback Andrew Kellaway has been ruled out of Saturday’s Bledisloe Cup opener against the All Blacks in Auckland after suffering a calf strain.

South Africa change two for Rugby Championship clash against Argentina

Eben Etzebeth back in Springboks line-up as South Africa target vital win over Argentina.

South Africa name squad for Argentina Tests

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has announced a 33-man squad for the final two Rugby Championship matches against Argentina.

Cheslin Kolbe scored two tries for South Africa

Second half brilliance sees South Africa thrash New Zealand 43-10

South Africa produced a dominant second-half performance to crush New Zealand 43–10 in Wellington, inflicting the heaviest defeat in All Blacks history.

Julian Montoya was one of the try scorer for Argentina

Carreras and Montoya inspire Pumas to narrow win over Wallabies

Argentina edged Australia in a thrilling Rugby Championship clash at Allianz Stadium in Sydney, holding off a late Wallabies comeback to claim a 28–26 victory.

Wallabies make four changes for Argentina rematch

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has reshuffled his squad for the Rugby Championship clash against Argentina in Sydney, naming Tane Edmed at fly-half for his first Test start.

Will Jordan was one of the try scorer for New Zealand

All Blacks rally past Springboks to maintain Eden Park streak

New Zealand extended their imperious unbeaten run at Eden Park to 51 Tests with a tense 24–17 victory over South Africa in the Rugby Championship.

Julian Montoya was part of the winning side

Australia stun Argentina with last-gasp comeback win in Townsville

Australia pulled off a dramatic 28–24 comeback win over Argentina in Townsville, overturning a 14-point halftime deficit with a clinical second-half performance.

Siya Kolisi returns but Jesse Kriel to captain Springboks

Siya Kolisi returns but Jesse Kriel captains Springboks against All Blacks at Eden Park.

Ardie Savea will celebrate his 100th Test appearance for New Zealand

All Blacks name side to face Springboks with Savea milestone

The All Blacks have confirmed their matchday squad to face the Springboks at Eden Park, where Ardie Savea will celebrate his 100th Test appearance.

Wallabies consider options as Jorgensen eyes fullback role

Wallabies rookie Max Jorgensen open to filling in at fullback after Tom Wright’s ACL injury.

All Blacks bring Back Wayne Smith to coaching panel ahead of Springboks clash

All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has added legendary coach Wayne Smith to his setup as New Zealand prepare for their Rugby Championship clash against the Springboks at Eden Park this Saturday.

Pete Samu returns to Australia squad ahead of Argentina Tests

The Wallabies have confirmed squad changes for their upcoming Rugby Championship matches against Argentina, with veteran back-rower Pete Samu returning to the setup for the first time since 2023.

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi cleared to face All Blacks in Rugby Championship.

Siya Kolisi cleared for Springboks' New Zealand Tests

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has been declared fit to lead South Africa in their upcoming Rugby Championship Tests against the All Blacks in New Zealand.

Eben Etzebeth scored the opening try for South Africa

South Africa edge out Australia 30-22 in Cape Town thriller

South Africa defeated Australia 30-22 in a hard-fought contest in Cape Town, thanks to a dominant first-half display and a composed finish in the final ten minutes.

Willie le Roux has been ruled out of the fixture due to a groin niggle

South Africa forced into late changes ahead of Wallabies clash

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has made two late changes to his starting team for their Rugby Championship rematch against Australia in Cape Town.

Codie Taylor to earn 100th All Blacks cap, Simon Parker set for debut

The All Blacks have announced their squad for the second Rugby Championship Test against Argentina, which will be played at Estadio Vélez Sarsfield in Buenos Aires on Sunday morning New Zealand time.

Rassie Erasmus makes major changes for Springboks' rematch with Australia

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has made 10 changes to the starting line up ahead of Saturday’s rematch against Australia in Cape Town.

Makazole Mapimpi returns as Springboks lose Kolisi and Arendse to injuries ahead of Australia clash.

Makazole Mapimpi joins Springbok squad after injury setbacks

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has called up experienced winger Makazole Mapimpi for the second Rugby Championship clash against Australia in Cape Town this weekend.

All Blacks face major injury setbacks before Argentina clash

The All Blacks have suffered a double setback ahead of their Rugby Championship rematch with Argentina in Buenos Aires after injuries ruled out two key players.

Springboks captain Kolisi and du Toit set to miss second Test as injuries mount.

South Africa lose Kolisi and Du Toit for Australia rematch

South Africa faces a major setback ahead of their second Rugby Championship clash with Australia as captain Siya Kolisi and key back row Pieter-Steph du Toit are ruled out due to injury.

James O'Connor was part of the winning Australian side

Australia stun South Africa with historic comeback

Australia produced one of the greatest comebacks in Rugby Championship history by defeating South Africa 38-22 at Ellis Park, Johannesburg.

James O'Connor will start at fly-half for Australia

James O'Connor named at fly-half for Wallabies' Springboks Test

Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt has confirmed his matchday squad to face South Africa in the Rugby Championship opener at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Scott Robertson highlights Argentina's threat ahead of Rugby Championship Opener

All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has warned his side to be on high alert for Argentina’s pace and creativity as they prepare for their opening Rugby Championship clash in Córdoba this weekend.

Australia’s Lions win salvages series pride as Wallabies gain boost ahead of Rugby Championship

Andy Farrell’s Lions saw their unbeaten tour hopes end in Sydney as the Wallabies capitalised on errors and set-piece struggles to take positives into the Rugby Championship.

The game will take place at Allianz Stadium on 4th October

Argentina to face South Africa in final round of Rugby Championship in London

Argentina to face South Africa in the Rugby Championship final round at Allianz Stadium, London, on October 4, 2025.

Cheslin Kolbe was one of the try scorer for South Africa

South Africa claim Rugby Championship title with 48-7 victory over Argentina

South Africa secured the 2024 Rugby Championship title with a dominant 48-7 win against Argentina, scoring seven tries in Mbombela.

Sevu Reece scored the opening try for New Zealand

New Zealand complete Rugby Championship with 33-13 win over Australia

New Zealand completed a double over Australia as they sealed a 33-13 victory in the final round of the Rugby Championship in Wellington on Saturday.

Scott Barrett wants a strong finish from New Zealand in the Rugby Championship

Scott Barrett urges New Zealand to celebrate Sam Cane's 100 Test with a win

Scott Barrett shared that the All Blacks are determined to finish the Rugby Championship on a high note and celebrate former captain Sam Cane’s 100th Test with a complete and dominant performance against Australia.

Tomas Lavanini comes in at second row for Argentina

Argentina make seven changes for Rugby Championship decider against South Africa

Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi has made several changes to the starting line up for the Rugby Championship decider against South Africa to be played at Sky Stadium on Saturday.

Sam Cane is set to become 13th New Zealand player to feature in 100 Tests

New Zealand drop Damian McKenzie to bench for Wellington game against Australia

New Zealand head coach Scott Robertson has dropped fly half Damian McKenzie to the bench for the second and final Bledisloe Cup game against Australia to be played in Wellington on Saturday.

Australia make two changes for second Bledisloe Cup game against New Zealand

Australia head coach Joe Schmidt has made two changes to the starting line up for the upcoming final round of the Rugby Championship game against New Zealand to be played in Wellington on Saturday.

Eben Etzebeth is set to play his 128th Test for South Africa

Eben Etzebeth set to become most-capped South African player

South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth is set to become the most capped player for the Springboks as he starts in the final round of the Rugby Championship game against Argentina.

Jordie Barrett is sidelined with a knee injury

Jordie Barrett to miss New Zealand's Wellington game against Australia

New Zealand will miss the services of centre Jordie Barrett for the fifth and final round of the Rugby Championship game against Australia in Wellington due to an injury.

Marcos Kremer suffered a knee injury during the weekend's game against South Africa

Argentina suffer Marcos Kremer ahead of final round clash against South Africa

Argentina will miss the services of loose forward Marcos Kremer for the final round of the Rugby Championship game against South Africa following an injury.

Reiko Ioane was one of the try scorer for New Zealand in win over Australia

Reiko Ioane confident New Zealand will execute plans better in Wellington

All Blacks centre Reiko Ioane expressed confidence that his side will be executing the plans better when they take on the Wallabies in the final round of the Rugby Championship in Wellington.

Bautista Delguy was part of the winning Argentina side

Ireland rise to top of World Rugby Rankings after South Africa's defeat to Argentina

Ireland have claimed the top position in the World Rugby Rankings following South Africa's defeat to Argentina in the fifth round of the Rugby Championship.

Julian Montoya was part of Argentina's historic victory over the Springboks

Argentina edge out South Africa with a historic 29-28 win

Manie Libbok missed a decisive penalty goal in the closing stage as Argentina edged out South Africa with a 29-28 victory in the fourth round of the Rugby Championship in Santiago del Estero on Saturday.

Will Jordan scored the opening try for New Zealand

New Zealand retain Bledisloe Cup with 31-28 thrilling win over Australia in Sydney

New Zealand successfully managed to hold on a late surge from Australia as they sealed a thrilling 31-28 victory in Sydney to retain the Bledisloe Cup.

Argentina make three changes for South Africa clash

Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi has made three changes to the starting line up for the fifth round of the Rugby Championship clash against South Africa to be played in in Santiago del Estero on Saturday.

James Slipper is set to become the most capped player for Australia

James Slipper set to make Australian record as Joe Schmidt makes wholesale changes

James Slipper is set to become the most-capped Australian player when he takes the field in the Bledisloe opener against New Zealand in Sydney on Saturday.

Beauden Barrett returns back to New Zealand line up for Sydney game

Beauden Barrett returns at fullback for New Zealand for Bledisloe Cup game against Australia

New Zealand head coach Scott Robertson has named Beauden Barrett at fullback for the first of the two Bledisloe Cup Tests to be played in Sydney on Saturday.

Handre Pollard starts at fly-half for South Africa

South Africa make 10 changes for clash against Argentina

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has made 10 changes to the starting line up for the upcoming fifth round of the Rugby Championship game against Argentina to be played in Santiago del Estero on Saturday.

New Zealand receive Patrick Tuipulotu boost ahead of Bledisloe Cup Tests

New Zealand have received a much needed boost ahead of the Bledisloe Cup Tests against Australia with veteran lock Patrick Tuipulotu set to join the squad on Monday.

Fraser McReight makes a return to the Wallabies squad

Fraser McReight and Hunter Paisami return to Australia squad

Australia head coach Joe Schmidt has resisted against making any major changes to the squad for the penultimate round of the Rugby Championship game against New Zealand.

South Africa make change to squad after injury to Grant Williams

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has made a forced change to the squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship clash against Argentina to be played on 28th September.

Argentina include Lucio Sordoni in squad for last two rounds of Rugby Championship

Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi has called up French bound Lucio Sordoni to the squad for the final two rounds of the Rugby Championship games against the South Africa.

Cheslin Kolbe is among the rested players for South Africa

South Africa rest seven players ahead of Argentina tour

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has rested seven players from the squad for the upcoming clash against Argentina to be played on 28th September.

Joe Schmidt's Australia have lost three out of the four matches in the Rugby Championship

Australia drop to ninth place in World Rugby Rankings

Australia have further slipped in the World Rugby Rankings following their recent defeat in the fourth round of the Rugby Championship in Santa Fe on Saturday.

Australia now have three defeats from four matches in the Rugby Championship

Joe Scmidt regrets Australia's dismal performance against Argentina in Santa Fe

Australia head coach Joe Schmidt admitted that the Rugby Championship defeat to Argentina in Santa Fe felt like a "fell off a cliff".

Malcolm Marx was one of the try scorer for South Africa

South Africa complete Freedom Cup glory with 18-12 win over New Zealand

South Africa have successfully claimed the Freedom Cup for the first time in 15 years as they edged out New Zealand 18-12 in the fourth round of the Rugby Championship in Cape Town on Saturday.

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