Rassie to break Bok coach record

Rassie to break Bok coach record

Rassie Erasmus will oversee a record 55th Springbok Test as head coach against Scotland at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. Erasmus has reached the total in two spells (2018-2019 and 2024-2026) to surpass the previous record of 54 Tests held by 2007 World Cup winning...
Scotland skipper out to pick Boks’ pocket

Scotland skipper out to pick Boks’ pocket

Sione Tuipulotu admits to a “quiet confidence” in the Scotland camp as he prepares to lead his men against the world champion Springboks in the Republic for the first time. Tuipulotu, capped 39 times for his adoptive country, faces perhaps his toughest assignment yet...

Loftus Test heading for sell-out

Loftus Versfeld could be packed to capacity for Saturday’s Nations Championship Test between the Springboks and Scotland. SARugbymag.co.za was reliably informed that by Thursday afternoon only 3,500 tickets remained, ranging from R750 to R2,500. The Pretoria venue...
Scots brace for ‘hostile’ Loftus

Scots brace for ‘hostile’ Loftus

Gregor Townsend says his Scotland side can expect a reception like no other when they face the Springboks on Saturday, but is confident they will rise to the occasion. The Scotland boss believes facing the world champions at Loftus Versfeld, after both teams kicked...
Gregor almost dropped 7-1 bomb on Boks

Gregor almost dropped 7-1 bomb on Boks

A bit disappointed he didn’t opt for a bolder selection, coach Gregor Townsend will look to the full might of Scotland’s bench to secure victory over the Springboks on Saturday. Townsend has made just three changes to the Scottish starting XV that beat Argentina last...
Money Man: Celebrate the Boks!

Money Man: Celebrate the Boks!

The Springboks are back in action and there’s plenty to talk about! In this episode, The Money Man and Gavin Rich break down the latest Springbok news, team selections, player performances, injury updates, tactical decisions and what lies ahead for South African...

Benhard named on England bench

South African centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg is set to make his Test debut for England against Fiji at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool on Saturday. The 29-year-old has been named on the bench for the Nations Championship clash after becoming eligible to...

U18 Craven Week: WP XV fightback floors Lions

The Western Province XV overturned a half-time deficit to beat the Golden Lions on day four of the U18 Craven Week at Grey High in Gqeberha on Thursday. The WP XV maintained their perfect record at the tournament after downing the Lions on Thursday, while the...