New Zealand

Handre Pollard set for Springboks return in Perth

Handre Pollard is set to return from injury against the Wallabies in Perth, with Franco Mostert also nearing a Springboks comeback.
9 September 2026

Dave Rennie wants scrum debate put aside

All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie says New Zealand must improve at scrum time against the Springboks but does not want the set-piece controversy to dominate the build-up to Saturday’s fourth Test in Baltimore.
8 September 2026

Damian Willemse returns as South Africa make two changes

Damian Willemse and Morne van den Berg start as Rassie Erasmus makes two Springbok changes for the final All Blacks Test in Baltimore.
8 September 2026

13 Tries to Eight, But Only Five Points Between Them

Examination on how South Africa lead New Zealand 2-1 despite scoring fewer tries, and what their contrasting methods of turning pressure into points reveal ahead of Rugby World Cup 2027.
7 September 2026

All Blacks send nine players home before finale

Nine All Blacks return home before the Baltimore Test as injuries force Dave Rennie to reshape his squad for the Springboks finale.
7 September 2026

Springboks edge All Blacks 29-24 in Soweto

South Africa came from behind to beat New Zealand 29-24 in a fierce third Test in Soweto and move 2-1 ahead in the four-match Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series.
5 September 2026

When the Drama Starts Before Kick-Off: Airlink, the Springboks and a Flypast That Evoked 1995

A reflection on Airlink’s dramatic Cape Town flypast before South Africa v New Zealand and its echoes of Ellis Park’s iconic 1995 World Cup final.
4 September 2026

Springboks v All Blacks: Test Three Has Already Started

With Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry locked at 1–1, Mark Ashcroft looks beyond the team sheets ahead of Saturday’s third Test at FNB Stadium.
3 September 2026

Swys de Bruin exit adds intrigue as South Africa and New Zealand chase England benchmark

Swys de Bruin’s departure from the Springbok Women provides an unexpected backdrop to South Africa’s historic meeting with New Zealand as both teams look to close the gap to those above.
3 September 2026

Tupou Vaa'i to win 50th cap as All Blacks make changes

Tupou Vaa’i will earn his 50th All Blacks cap as Dave Rennie makes three forward changes for the third Springboks Test.
3 September 2026

Rassie Erasmus leaves door open for late Bok changes

Rassie Erasmus could make late Springbok changes against the All Blacks at FNB Stadium if wet Johannesburg conditions affect his plans.
2 September 2026

Mike Blair calls Johannesburg Test a key series decider

Mike Blair says the All Blacks’ third Test against the Springboks at FNB Stadium could prove decisive in the Greatest Rivalry series.
1 September 2026

Jordie Barrett wants All Blacks to be more clinical

Jordie Barrett says the All Blacks must improve their finishing against the Springboks after creating chances in their 33-26 defeat.
1 September 2026

Cheslin Kolbe at fullback as South Africa make four changes

Cheslin Kolbe moves to fullback as Rassie Erasmus makes four Springbok changes for the third Test against New Zealand at FNB Stadium.
1 September 2026

Quinn Tupaea identifies key areas behind Boks defeat

Quinn Tupaea highlights Springbok pressure and aerial dominance after the All Blacks suffered a 33-26 defeat in Cape Town.
31 August 2026

Rassie Erasmus rejects Dave Rennie's Springbok scrum claims

Rassie Erasmus rejects Dave Rennie’s claims over Springbok scrum tactics after South Africa’s 33-26 victory over the All Blacks.
31 August 2026

Springboks beat All Blacks 33-26 to level series

South Africa levelled the series against New Zealand with a fierce 33-26 win in Cape Town, producing a much more direct and powerful performance after their defeat in the opening Test.
29 August 2026

South Africa Rugby takes action over ticket dispute

South Africa Rugby seeks legal redress against unauthorised travel agencies after supporters were left without tickets for the All Blacks Test.
29 August 2026

Springboks make two late changes for All Blacks Test

South Africa restore Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Cheslin Kolbe for the second All Blacks Test after Handre Pollard is ruled out.
28 August 2026

Springboks v All Blacks: Rassie Changes Course, Rennie Holds His Nerve.

South Africa turn to experience for Cape Town while New Zealand largely back the side and strategy that delivered victory at Ellis Park.
27 August 2026