Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that South Africa hope to welcome back former head coach Jacques Nienaber back into the national set-up ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has been handed a significant selection boost ahead of Saturday’s Test against South Africa as Garry Ringrose and Josh van der Flier returned to full-speed training.
The Springboks’ 32-17 victory over France in Paris has enabled them to stretch their margin over second-placed All Blacks in the World Rugby Men’s Rankings.
Ireland produced a commanding performance in Dublin on November 8, 2025, cruising to a 41-10 victory over Japan in their autumn international clash at the Aviva Stadium.