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Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard stressed the importance of a collective effort when South Africa faces Ireland in Pretoria on Saturday (17:00). The match marks the first of a two-Test series against their Six Nations rivals. Responding to suggestions about his crucial role as the starting team’s go-to kicker, Pollard emphasized everyone’s contribution. “My responsibility is

Robert Lamb
July 3, 2024

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has opted for an experienced lineup for their Castle Lager Incoming Series opener against Ireland this Saturday at Loftus Versfeld. The match promises to be a fierce battle between the world’s top two ranked teams. The 23-man squad boasts 20 Rugby World Cup champions, including the entire starting lineup and five

Robert Lamb
July 2, 2024

The Springboks are aiming for a historic three-peat at the Rugby World Cup, and coach Rassie Erasmus has emphasized the importance of maintaining national unity. Erasmus recently announced the squad for the upcoming two-test series against Ireland. The selection balances youth and experience, with an eye towards the 2027 tournament in Australia. As the reigning

Robin-Duke Madlala
July 1, 2024

The much-anticipated grudge match between the Springboks and Ireland is just weeks away, and coach Rassie Erasmus believes the pressure is firmly on the Irish. Ireland has dominated South Africa in recent meetings, winning the last three encounters. Their last victory came in the opening match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France. However,

Robert Lamb
June 28, 2024

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus will soon announce the matchday squad for the first of two Tests against Ireland at Loftus Stadium next weekend. Following their training camp in Pretoria, the back-to-back world champions are ready to switch into “Ireland mode” for what promise to be physically demanding encounters. Erasmus expressed satisfaction with the established structures

Robin-Duke Madlala
June 28, 2024

Springbok utility back Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, fresh off his debut against Wales, expressed his excitement about being named in Rassie Erasmus’ 39-man squad for the upcoming Castle Lager Incoming Series. The 22-year-old Stormers fullback, who impressed with a long-range penalty in his debut, admitted his rapid rise to international rugby was unexpected. “Everything happened relatively fast,”

Robert Lamb
June 27, 2024