South Africa

Ireland to tour South Africa in July next year

Ireland will be heading to South Africa in July next year for a two-match Test series against the Springboks.
8 December 2023

Duane Vermeulen reported to be appointed new defence coach of South Africa

South Africa have reportedly signed former international Duane Vermuelen as the new defence coach.
30 November 2023

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi excited about Racing 92 debut

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi said he is excited about the prospect of making debut for the French club Racing 92.
20 November 2023

South Africa's double World Cup winner Duane Vermeulen to retire

South Africa back row Duane Vermeulen has announced his retirement from professional rugby with immediate effect.
8 November 2023

South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi describes racial allegations against him "unprofessional"

South African hooker Bongi Mbonambi has refuted allegations of using discriminatory language directed at England flanker Tom Curry during their Rugby World Cup semi-final in October.
8 November 2023

Munster lock RG Snyman to undergo surgery

Springbok lock RG Snyman is set to be sidelined for a considerable period following his latest injury setback.
7 November 2023

South Africa retain number one place, New Zealand drop to third in World Rugby Rankings

South Africa have retained their number one place in the World Rugby Rankings following their historic triumph over New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup final last weekend.
30 October 2023

'I am going to have to live with forever' - Sam Cane on red card in World Cup final

All Blacks captain Sam Cane expressed his enduring regret about being shown a red card in the Rugby World Cup final, acknowledging that he will carry the weight of that moment for the rest of his life.
30 October 2023

Rugby World Cup Final Highlights: New Zealand v South Africa

South Africa managed to overcome a spirited effort from New Zealand as they sealed a 12-11 victory to win the Rugby World Cup for the fourth time. Watch all the key moments from the close encounter.
29 October 2023

South Africa edge out 14-man New Zealand with a 12-11 victory to clinch World Cup title

A spirited fight from 14-man New Zealand wasn't enough as South Africa sealed a thrilling one-point victory to clinch a historic fourth Rugby World Cup title.
28 October 2023

Tyrone Green on a generational talent, an unbelievable Springbok backline, the 7:1 split and Harlequins

Interview: The Quins flyer will be cheering on South Africa in Saturday's World Cup final against the All Blacks but before then, he will be hoping his club side can do the business against Bristol Bears in the Premiership.
27 October 2023

Brodie Retallick named in New Zealand side for World Cup final against South Africa

New Zealand head coach Ian Foster has made two changes to the matchday squad for the upcoming Rugby World Cup final against South Africa on Saturday.
27 October 2023

Antoine Dupont, Ardie Savea among four players short-listed World Rugby men's player of the year award

New Zealand back row Ardie Savea is among the four players shortlisted for the World Rugby Men's Player of the Year Award.
26 October 2023

Handre Pollard starts at fly-half for South Africa in World Cup final against New Zealand

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber has made two changes to the starting line up for the upcoming Rugby World Cup final against New Zealand.
26 October 2023

Springboks hooker Bongi Mbonambi cleared to play World Cup final against New Zealand

South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi will start against New Zealand in Saturday's Rugby World Cup final after World Rugby ruled there was "insufficient evidence" he used a racial slur towards Tom Curry.
26 October 2023

Dan Carter expecting Handre Pollard to start at fly-half for South Africa in World Cup final

All Blacks legend Dan Carter feels South Africa should start with veteran Handre Pollard at fly-half for the Rugby World Cup final against South Africa scheduled on Saturday.
25 October 2023

All Blacks have 'proved a lot of people wrong' - Dan Carter

All Blacks legend Dan Carter credited the New Zealand side for their performance in the ongoing Rugby World Cup campaign.
24 October 2023

Tamati Williams wary of South African scrum power

All Blacks prop Tamaiti Williams stated that they will be wary of the scrum power of the Springboks as the two teams lock horns with each other in the Rugby World Cup final on Saturday.
24 October 2023

'Important to start well against South Africa in World Cup final' - Scott McLeod

New Zealand defence coach Scott McLeod emphasized on the need to have a positive start in the upcoming Rugby World Cup final against South Africa on Saturday.
24 October 2023

World Rugby to review South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi's alleged racial slur

World Rugby officially announced that they are conducting an investigation into the accusations made against Springboks hooker Bongi Mbonambi during the recently concluded Rugby World Cup semi-final against England.
23 October 2023