Hooker: Italy will be a different monster

Ethan Hooker expects Italy to provide the Springboks with “a serious challenge” in Turin on Saturday. The 22-year-old has made six appearances for the Boks this year, all on the wing, and could get the opportunity to wear the No 12 jersey for the first time on...

Gaza: Italy to test Boks in the air

Damian Willemse says the Springboks are preparing for a fierce aerial contest when they face Italy in Turin on Saturday. The 10th-ranked Azzurri head into the match on a high after beating the Wallabies 26-19 in Udine last weekend, while the No 1-ranked Boks are...

‘Rassie produced coaching masterclass’

Jean de Villiers believes the Springboks would have beaten France in Paris even if they had been reduced to 13 men. The former Bok captain hailed the world champions’ 32-17 victory at the Stade de France as “a coaching masterclass” – and said the plan was so complete...
Saffa extends Italy stay

Saffa extends Italy stay

Fullback Rhyno Smith has extended his contract with Benetton. The South African has signed on until June 2028, continuing a memorable spell with the Treviso-based URC side. Smith joined Benetton in 2021 and quickly became a fan favourite. Since then, he has scored 390...

Azzurri wary of ‘unpredictable’ Boks

Lock Federico Ruzza says Italy will need to be “more precise” against the Springboks than they were in victory against the Wallabies. The 10th-ranked Azzurri are coming off a 26-19 upset of Australia in Udine, while the world champions beat France 32-17 in Paris...