McKenzie: Boks’ culture their biggest weapon

Former Wallabies coach Ewen McKenzie has lauded South Africa’s rugby culture, saying it forms a large part of the Springboks’ sustained success. Speaking on the Rugby Unity podcast, McKenzie said a strong focus on rugby culture far outweighs good structure and...

Rassie rewards Embrose, Mahashe with camp call-up

Rassie Erasmus has named a 40-man Springbok alignment camp squad featuring 10 uncapped players. Sharks youngster Zekhethelo Siyaya and Lions loose forward Sibabalwe Mahashe get their first invitations as Erasmus casts the net wide for the Springboks’ blockbuster 2026...

Champions Cup final sold out

The Investec Champions Cup final at the iconic San Mamés Stadium has sold out, setting the stage for a landmark weekend. There won’t be a single seat left on Saturday, 23 May, with more than 53,000 fans set to roar in the heart of Bilbao for a record-breaking final as...

Ex-Bok: Great to see Lions roar again

Wikus van Heerden says the Lions’ stunning Vodacom URC campaign has rekindled the pride of the club. The fifth-placed Lions are in Limerick, knowing a win over sixth-placed Munster will seal a top-eight spot and a first URC playoff appearance. Van Heerden – who...

Henry: All Blacks face biggest challenge

Graham Henry believes Dave Rennie has inherited the toughest assignment in All Blacks history. And much of that challenge will come from a Springbok side that has dominated rugby’s biggest stage. Henry, who guided New Zealand to the 2011 World Cup title, has returned...