South Africa

Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe sidelined with broken thumb

South Africa and Toulon wing Cheslin Kolbe has been sidelined for "several weeks" following a broken thumb.
21 April 2022

Glasgow unveil squad for South Africa leg of United Rugby Championship

Glasgow Warriors have unveiled a 32-man squad for the South Africa leg of the United Rugby Championship.
18 April 2022

Exclusive: Gloucester’s Ruan Ackermann talks about his international ambition

Ahead of Gloucester’s Premiership encounter with Sale Sharks this weekend, Ruan Ackermann spoke to Joe Harvey about his international ambitions, the Cherry and Whites’ resurgence and his next steps.
10 March 2022

'I would love to see the Springboks in the Six Nations' - Rassie Erasmus

World Cup winning South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus has vouched his support for the Springboks joining the Six Nations tournament.
8 March 2022

How will the Springboks tackle their fullback conundrum in time for RWC 2023?

The reigning World Cup champions will sooner or later have to make a decision on who they select as their first choice fullback for the 2023 World Cup in France.
22 February 2022

No discussion to include South Africa in Six Nations - Tournament organisers

Six Nations organisers have played down the talks about the possibility of including South Africa in the northern hemisphere competition.
19 February 2022

South Africa set to participate in Six Nations from 2026

South Africa are in discussion to be part of the Six Nations tournament from 2026 onwards according to reports.
17 February 2022

South Africa confirm home schedule for 2022

South Africa have unveiled their home schedule for 2022 that will include a home series against Wales.
8 February 2022

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi named SA Rugby Player of the Year for 2021

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi has been named the South Africa Rugby Player of the Year for 2021 for his performances last year.
27 January 2022

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