South Africa

Match Centre: South Africa 26-28 Australia

Quade Cooper kicked the decisive penalty goal in the added minutes as Australia snatched a thrilling 28-26 win over South Africa in the third round of the Rugby Championship in Gold Coast on Sunday.
12 September 2021

South Africa wary of Quade Cooper factor - Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick

South Africa assistant coach Mzwandile Stick said they are wary of the Australian veteran playmaker Quade Cooper as the two teams lock horns with each other in the third round of the Rugby Championship on the Gold Coast on Sunday.
12 September 2021

New Zealand to be without Sam Whitelock for remainder of Rugby Championship

New Zealand will be without the services of Sam Whitelock for the remainder of the Rugby Championship to be played in Queensland.
11 September 2021

Quade Cooper returns at fly-half for Australia's clash against South Africa

Australia head coach Dave Rennie has named Quade Cooper in the starting line up for the third round of the Rugby Championship clash against South Africa to be played at Cbus Super Stadium on Sunday.
10 September 2021

Benhard Janse van Rensburg: London Irish's new signing is ready for the bright lights of the Premiership

London Irish certainly had a positive campaign last time out and with new recruits like Benhard Janse van Rensburg arriving in Brentford, the Exiles return with a squad which should excite.
10 September 2021

Duane Vermeulen and Faf de Klerk return for South Africa for clash against Australia

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber has made seven changes to the starting line-up as they face Australia in the third round of the Rugby Championship to be played at Cbus Super Stadium on Sunday.
8 September 2021

South Africa's Pieter-Steph du Toit signs with Toyota Verblitz

South Africa flanker Pieter-Steph du Toit will be heading to Japan next season after signing a contract with Toyota Verblitz.
6 September 2021

Duane Vermeulen excited to return for Springboks duty after missing out on series win against Lions

South Africa international Duane Vermeulen is excited about his return to national duty for the remainder of the Rugby Championship tournament that will be played in Queensland.
2 September 2021

False Covid-19 positive reported in Springboks camp

South Africa have survived a Covid-19 scare following their landing in Queensland for the remainder of the Rugby Championship as a staff member returned false positive.
30 August 2021

'It's not a game that anybody wants to watch' - Steve Hansen on series between South Africa and Lions

Former New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen slammed the style of rugby in the recently concluded series British and Irish Lions and South Africa.
29 August 2021

South Africa, Argentina land in Brisbane for remainder of Rugby Championship

South Africa and Argentina have made a landing in Brisbane on Friday for the remainder of the Rugby Championship tournament.
28 August 2021

Scott Hamilton Interview: All Blacks v South Africa "is the game the rugby world are waiting for"

Whilst there are question marks over whether The Rugby Championship will be completed in its entirety, the hope is we'll still get to see one of the most anticipated international fixtures of the year.
25 August 2021

Jacques Nienaber pleased over confirmation of Rugby Championship schedule

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber is looking forward for the remainder of the Rugby Championship competition that will now be played in Australia.
24 August 2021

Queensland set to host Rugby Championship games - Report

Queensland seems to be the likely venue for the remainder of the Rugby Championship according to a report.
23 August 2021

South Africa call up Grant Williams to Rugby Championship squad

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber has called up Sharks scrumhalf Grant Williams to the Rugby Championship squad.
23 August 2021

South Africa extend gap over New Zealand in World Rugby Rankings

South Africa have extended their margin over the second positioned New Zealand in the World Rugby Rankings following their win over Argentina in the second round of the Rugby Championship.
22 August 2021

Jacques Nienaber feels Jaden Hendrikse could be in trouble

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber feels scrum-half Jaden Hendrikse could be on the sidelines for a lengthy period following his latest injury setback.
22 August 2021

South Africa cruise past Argentina with 29-10 win

Handre Pollard contributed with 21 points as South Africa maintained their perfect start in the ongoing Rugby Championship with a 29-10 win over Argentina in the second round at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday.
21 August 2021

Springboks ready to play anywhere - Siya Kolisi

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi insists the Springboks are ready to play the remainder of the Rugby Championship anywhere.
20 August 2021

South Africa offers to host remainder of Rugby Championship

South Africa has sent a proposal to host the remainder of the Rugby Championship games after New Zealand's decision to withdraw from the Perth game against Australia and the home matches against the Springboks.
20 August 2021