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Springbok captain Siya Kolisi’s potential return to the Sharks appears uncertain following reports that Racing 92 is seeking to recoup the significant transfer fee they paid for the two-time World Cup winner. Kolisi was rumoured to have express his desire to return to South Africa and play for the Sharks. Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus also

Robin-Duke Madlala
August 22, 2024

New Zealand Rugby has parted ways with assistant coach Leon MacDonald just weeks before their crucial Rugby Championship matches against the Springboks in South Africa. This unexpected move leaves All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson scrambling to find a replacement before the two-test series begins. In a statement released on Thursday, New Zealand Rugby expressed

Robin-Duke Madlala
August 22, 2024

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has named a formidable squad to face the Springboks in two Rugby Championship matches at Ellis Park Stadium on 31 August and at DHL Stadium on 7 September. Dangerous players like Ardie Savea, Sam Cane, Rieko Ioane, Mark Tele’a, Sevu Reece, Beauden Barrett, Damian McKenzie, Jordie Barrett, TJ Perenara, and

Robin-Duke Madlala
August 21, 2024

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has expressed sympathy for Australia coach Joe Schmidt, acknowledging the challenges of rebuilding the Wallabies. Erasmus drew parallels with his own tenure, stating that when he took over the Springboks in 2018, “people in South Africa were burning jerseys.” These comments follow the Springboks’ 30-12 victory over Australia in a rain-soaked

Robin-Duke Madlala
August 19, 2024

Springbok star winger Cheslin Kolbe says they know the next two Rugby Championship matches will be tough, despite back-to-back victories over Australia. The Boks will host New Zealand in two eagerly anticipated clashes, starting at the iconic Ellis Park on 31 August and continuing at DHL Stadium on 7 September. The world champions currently top

Robin-Duke Madlala
August 18, 2024

South Africa’s new-look side emphatically overpowered Australia in all facets of the game during the second Rugby Championship test in Perth on Saturday. Despite extensive changes to the team, the Springboks delivered a dominant performance, securing a 30-12 victory at Optus Stadium. While they controlled the match, they managed only one try in the first

Robin-Duke Madlala
August 17, 2024

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has defended his decision to make significant changes to the starting lineup for the second Test match of the Rugby Championship against Australia in Perth on Saturday. Despite the wholesale changes, Erasmus insists that it does not reflect a lack of respect for the opposition. Lock Salman Moerat, who captained the

Robin-Duke Madlala
August 13, 2024