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England to face South Africa and New Zealand in 2022 Autumn Nations Series

The Rugby Football Union have unveiled the fixtures for England's upcoming Autumn Nations Series to be played at Twickenham Stadium in November.
15 December 2021

Concussion forces Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth to take three-month break

Toulon have confirmed that South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth will take a three-month break from the game following another head injury.
27 November 2021

Rassie Erasmus and South Africa Rugby withdraw appeal against ban

South Africa Rugby and Rassie Erasmus have jointly withdrew the appeal against the ban imposed by World Rugby for criticising match officials during the series against the British and Irish Lions.
26 November 2021

France, Wales make progress in World Rugby Rankings

France and Wales have made progress in the World Rugby Rankings following the latest round of international fixtures played last weekend.
22 November 2021

TRU's Autumn Nations Series 2021: Team of the Tournament

The Autumn Nations Series has come to its conclusion and TRU have put together their team of the month below. Let us know your thoughts!?
22 November 2021

'No excuses' - South Africa captain Siya Kolisi after defeat to England

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi expressed disappointment over the defeat to England as they were edged out 26-27 in the clash at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday.
21 November 2021

Match Centre: England 27-26 South Africa

Marcus Smith kicked the decisive penalty goal in the last two minutes as England sealed a thrilling 27-26 win over South Africa in their final game of the autumn internationals fixture at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday.
21 November 2021

"You could tell quickly that he was destined for big things" - Freddie Steward, England's rising star

Freddie Steward watched the 2019 World Cup final at Loughborough with his university teammates but just over two years later, one of England's most exciting talents is now set to face South Africa on Saturday.
19 November 2021

“Our forward pack is not weak” – Jones ahead of Springbok encounter

After announcing his England squad to take on South Africa to close out both teams’ Autumn Nations Series campaigns, Eddie Jones spoke about South Africa’s perception of England having a ‘weak pack’ and how he is looking to prove the Boks wrong.
18 November 2021

England on 'sticking to their strengths' for Springbok challenge

With South Africa coming to Twickenham at the weekend, Courtney Lawes and Jonny May discussed how this ‘new’ England will be looking to take on the world champions in the Autumn Nations Series.
18 November 2021

Bevan Rodd and Jamie Blamire to start for England against South Africa

England coach Eddie Jones has named Bevan Rodd and Jamie Blamire in the starting line up for the upcoming autumn international fixture against South Africa to be played at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday.
18 November 2021

Set-piece in the spotlight as England's young front-row prepare for Proudfoot's old allies

England forwards coach Matt Proudfoot has faith in his players as they prepare to confront the Springboks for the first time since the 2019 World Cup final.
17 November 2021

South Africa return to number one position in World Rugby Rankings

South Africa have reclaimed the number one position in the World Rugby Rankings following their win over Scotland in the recently concluded fixture at Murrayfield.
17 November 2021

South Africa make three changes for game against England

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber has made three changes to the starting line up for the upcoming clash against England to be played at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday.
16 November 2021

England suffer injury setbacks as Owen Farrell, Jamie George withdrawn from squad

England have suffered a double injury setbacks ahead of their key clash against South Africa as skipper Owen Farrell and hooker Jamie George withdrawn due to injuries.
16 November 2021

England using ‘lessons learnt’ from 2019 defeat into South Africa Test week

Following England’s 32-15 win over Australia at Twickenham, head coach Eddie Jones spoke about next week’s Test against South Africa, a game of redemption next Saturday and the impressive Freddie Steward.
14 November 2021

England coach Eddie Jones sets sight on South Africa after win over Australia

England coach Eddie Jones has set his sight on South Africa following a 32-15 win over Australia at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday.
14 November 2021

Match Centre: Scotland 15-30 South Africa

Makazole Mapimpi scored a double as South Africa went on to beat Scotland 30-15 in their fixture at Murrayfield Stadium on Saturday.
13 November 2021

Scotland make four changes for clash against South Africa

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has made four changes to the starting line up for the upcoming clash against South Africa to be played on Saturday.
12 November 2021

Match Centre: Wales 18-23 South Africa

Replacement Malcolm Marx scored the decisive try in the 72nd minute as South Africa edged past Wales 23-18 at Principality Stadium.
7 November 2021