by HolAdmin | Sep 16, 2026 | African Golf News
John Plumtree says the All Blacks may have to start picking bigger players to compete physically with the Springboks. The world champions claimed a 3-1 series win in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry, with New Zealand ultimately unable to live with South Africa’s physicality,...
by HolAdmin | Sep 16, 2026 | African Golf News
The Sharks have secured the services of a seasoned forward known for his set-piece prowess and physicality for the next three seasons. The Durban-based club announced on Tuesday that Simphiwe Matanzima has put pen to paper, keeping him in their ranks until 2029. MORE:...
by HolAdmin | Sep 16, 2026 | African Golf News
Rassie Erasmus will be delighted that a promising Springbok front-row forward has completed his injury recovery ahead of the 2026-27 club season. The three-cap Marnus van der Merwe, who last featured for the world champions in last year’s 43-10 rout of the All Blacks...
by HolAdmin | Sep 16, 2026 | African Golf News
Dan Carter wanted the All Blacks to win all four Tests of the inaugural Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry after the Springboks claimed bragging rights with a 3-1 victory. Carter, rugby’s record Test points scorer and two-time World Cup winner, on social media said the series...
by HolAdmin | Sep 16, 2026 | African Golf News
Robbie Fleck has praised the evolution of the Springbok attack, with Stormers forwards coach Rito Hlungwani noting New Zealand’s scrum remains a weakness. Fleck and Hlungwani chatted to former Bok skipper Jean de Villiers on the Boks Unpacked X The Verdict podcast,...
by HolAdmin | Sep 16, 2026 | African Golf News
Coach Les Kiss admits the Wallabies will need to step up a level when they face the Springboks in Perth. Seventh-ranked Australia are unbeaten in four Tests under Kiss, with two wins against Japan followed by a win and a draw against Argentina. Having watched the Boks...
