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Saturday, June 7, 2025

Bok Women only thinking of Stade Makis job in Madagascar as World Cup appoaches

The Springbok Women's team is in Madagascar for the Rugby Africa Cup as they build towards the upcoming World Cup in England.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoNew faces in Springbok squad: Nine uncapped players named for 2025 Tests

Nine uncapped players have been named in the Springbok squad for the 2025 international season, as head coach Rassie Erasmus unveils a robust group of 54 players for the upcoming Tests.

Leighton Koopman|Published

Franzel September highlights key role for Rugby Africa Women’s Cup in Bok World Cup plan

"As the Springbok Women's team prepares for the Rugby Africa Women's Cup, assistant coach Franzel September emphasises the importance of this tournament as a stepping stone towards the World Cup in England. Key players like Lerato Makua are eager to showcase their skills and contribute to the team's success.

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Rugby World Cup 1995:  Remembering the Springboks' fallen heroes

The 1995 Springboks have suffered tragedy, with five of their comrades dying way too soon and in unexpected circumstances.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Rugby World Cup 1995 On this day: Aussies subdue plucky Canada, Italy push England, Japan wins hearts and All Blacks beat Wales

It is 30 years since the 1995 World Cup in South Africa and we recall the matches that took place on May 31.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus will spread his selection net beyond players invited to alignment camps

The second Springbok alignment camp ended on Friday, and coach Rassie Erasmus cleared the air on some selection issues ahead of the start of the international season in late June.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch Video30 years on, unforgettable memories of the Springboks’ opening match of the 1995 Rugby World Cup

It is 30 years since the Springboks opened their Rugby World Cup campaign against the Wallabies on May 20, 1995. It was a special time for the fledgling Rainbow Nation.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Zenay Jordaan’s return potential game-changer for Springbok Women ahead of Rugby World Cup

With the Rugby World Cup 2025 approaching, Springbok Women's performance coach Swys de Bruin emphasises the invaluable insights of player-turned-coach Zenay Jordaan, who aims to enhance the team's performance and foster the development of female coaches.

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Watch VideoNtokozo Makhaza’s rags-to-riches progression from ‘nobody’ to Springbok alignment camp

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus surprised many when he called up Varsity College star Ntokozo Makhaza to the latest alignment camp, and it has been a meteoric rise for the young wing.

Mike Greenaway|Published