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.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus described his captain Siya Kolisi as “humble” and respected by fans ahead of South Africa's match against France in Paris.
Front-row forward Jan-Hendrik Wessels has been suspended for nine consecutive matches, ruling him out of the South Africa’s upcoming autumn Test series.
All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson believes South Africa’s move from Super Rugby to the United Rugby Championship created the space for a traditional tour format to return.
New Zealand will embark on a historic tour of South Africa in 2026, with the All Blacks set to play four Tests against the Springboks in a series branded “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry.”
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.
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.