All Blacks legend: Boks will ‘monster’ you

Murray Mexted believes the All Blacks’ success in South Africa will depend on one thing above all else. With Dave Rennie’s side preparing for the four-Test Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series, Mexted says too much attention has been paid to the results of previous matches...

Sacha, Siya return as Rassie chooses his 43

Flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is among 10 fit-again players recalled to a 43-man Springbok squad. The group will assemble in Johannesburg on Sunday to begin preparations for the Test against Argentina in Buenos Aires on 8 August before turning their attention to...

Boks beware: All Blacks on the rise

The All Blacks are rediscovering their identity under Dave Rennie, setting the stage for a blockbuster Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series, writes CLINTON VAN DER BERG. Something is stirring in New Zealand rugby. After five years in which the idea of the All Blacks...

Why Yaqeen flew under the radar

Former Stormers scrumhalf Nic Groom has explained why Junior Boks flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed went largely unnoticed last year. Ahmed, who’s about to turn 20, starred as South Africa retained the Junior World Championship title after stepping into the No 10 jersey following...

Junior Boks primed for JWC hat-trick bid

Coach Kevin Foote has revealed the staggering number of 2026 Junior Boks who will be eligible for their 2027 campaign. The SA U20s retained the Junior World Championship title with a 16-5 victory against France U20 in Tbilisi on Saturday night, and Foote believes they...

Blomme wants to help Cheetahs’ buds blossom

Clayton Blommetjies believes one of his most important jobs at the Cheetahs is helping the next generation fulfil their potential. As one of the most experienced players in the Free State squad, the 35-year-old fullback says he’s determined to pass on the lessons he...