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Watch VideoCameron Hanekom shines in URC awards as South African players dominate Elite XV Team of the Season

Seven South Africans were named in the URC Elite XV team on Wednesday with five from the local franchises and two overseas-based players.

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Leighton Koopman|Published

Hanekom stakes Springbok claim as No 8 race heats up

The Bulls host the Sharks in Saturday's URC semifinal and it is the perfect stage for Bulls No 8 Cameron Hanekom to state his claim for Springbok selection.

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Mike Greenaway|Published

URC Next-Gen Player of the Season award: Six South African rugby players nominated

Bulls No 8 Cameron Hanekom will be up against five other local players and a host of overseas young talent for this URC award.

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Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoVariety the spice of life for red-hot Bulls No 8 Cameron Hanekom against URC champs Glasgow

Cameron Hanekom, fresh off earning vital breakdown penalties against Munster, is set to showcase his skills in a thrilling United Rugby Championship showdown against reigning champions Glasgow Warriors on Friday.

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Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoBulls eager to tackle Glasgow in URC grudge clash, says Jake White: ‘Everyone wrote 25 April 2025 on their wall’

The Bulls aim to overcome last season's URC final heartbreak as they face defending champions Glasgow this Friday at Scotstoun Stadium, with playoff implications on the line.

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Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoJake White on ‘massive’ Bulls URC win over Munster: Best defensive set we’ve had for a long time

The Bulls' historic 16-13 victory over Munster showcased a remarkable defensive performance, securing their place in the URC standings and marking a significant achievement for South African rugby.

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Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoKeagan Johannes slots winning penalty as Bulls hold on for 20 phases to gain sweet URC revenge over Munster

Despite struggling to find their form, the Bulls clinched a historic victory over Munster at Thomond Park, thanks to a late penalty from Keagan Johannes.

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Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoBulls star Hanekom must find a way to play with two players on him, says Jake ahead of Munster URC clash

Bulls coach Jake White believes star No 8 Cameron Hanekom will learn to overcome opponents' targeting tactics, saying 'it's going to come with time' after the young forward struggled initially but later scored in their narrow 34-28 Challenge Cup loss to Edinburgh.

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Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoBulls needed five more minutes to win Edinburgh Challenge Cup quarter-final, says disappointed Jake White

Bulls coach Jake White believes his team was just five minutes away from victory in their heart-breaking 34-28 Challenge Cup quarter-final loss to Edinburgh. Despite a spirited second-half comeback that saw them fight back from 31-7 down, the Bulls couldn't overcome costly yellow cards and missed opportunities in the attacking zone.

Sport Rugby URC
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch Video‘He’s going to get banged and bruised’: Jake wants 80-minute Challenge Cup display from Bulls’ Hanekom against Edinburgh

Where is one-Test-cap Springbok Cameron Hanekom exactly with his fitness and game following a few stop-start months? He will hope to prove to Bok coach Rassie Erasmus that he is fine fettle for the Bulls against Edinburgh in the Challenge Cup quarter-final.

Sport Rugby URC
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoBulls must take a chance even in knockout rugby, says Jake White on Edinburgh Challenge Cup quarter-final

The Bulls stunned with their four-try victory against Bayonne last week, but can they maintain that attacking flair on Edinburgh's fast 4G pitch? Jake White believes a balanced approach of calculated risk-taking and strategic defence will be crucial in Saturday's Challenge Cup quarter-final showdown.

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Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch Video‘It’s not about Jake White and Sean Everitt’: Selection juggling act for Bulls boss in Edinburgh Challenge Cup tie

Jake White dismisses the coaching rivalry narrative with former assistant Sean Everitt as he welcomes back captain Ruan Nortjé and star No 8 Cameron Hanekom to his starting XV for the Bulls' crucial Challenge Cup quarter-final against Edinburgh. With six Springboks on the bench, White reveals the delicate balance of team selection amid injury comebacks.

Sport Rugby URC
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoMoodie, Grobbelaar back as Hanekom, Nortjé start for Bulls in Edinburgh Challenge Cup quarter-final

Coach Jake White made a few changes in the starting XV on Friday, and one of the most welcome ones for Bulls fans would have been seeing Springbok No 8 Cameron Hanekom packing down at the back of the scrum.

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Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoInjury opens Springboks door: Roos and Hanekom compete for Wiese’s No 8 spot

As Springboks lose Jasper Wiese to neck surgery, Rassie Erasmus faces a selection dilemma with Evan Roos and Cameron Hanekom emerging as frontrunners for the crucial No 8 position ahead of the 2025 Test season.

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Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoJake White ‘can’t go hammer and tongs’ in Challenge Cup as Bulls geared for incredible Bayonne atmosphere

Jake White faces a delicate balancing act as he manages the Bulls' resources between the Challenge Cup and URC, strategically selecting a strong yet flexible squad to face Bayonne in what promises to be an electric French atmosphere this Saturday.

Sport Rugby URC
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoBulls’ ‘Bomb Squad’ ready to detonate: Goosen and Hanekom back for Bayonne Challenge Cup

Jake White has deployed the Bulls' own version of the 'Bomb Squad' for their Challenge Cup clash against Bayonne, with star players Johan Goosen and Cameron Hanekom set to provide explosive impact from the bench in a strategic second-half masterplan.

Sport Rugby URC
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch Video‘Can’t afford a risk’: Tight back sees Cameron Hanekom withdrawn from Bulls for Zebre URC game

Bulls face selection headache as star No 8 Cameron Hanekom ruled out with back injury, but captain Ruan Nortjé returns just in time for crucial Zebre URC clash at Loftus Versfeld.

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Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Watch VideoFive players who can showcase ‘point of difference’ Rassie Erasmus demands at Springbok alignment camp

As 56 players gather at the Springbok alignment camp in Cape Town, Rassie Erasmus seeks unique talent to strengthen the Springbok squad. From a powerful 153kg prop to a lightning-fast No 8, discover the five players poised to make their mark on South African rugby.

Sport Rugby Springboks
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Cameron Hanekom frustrated by ‘stupid errors’, but happy to help Bulls over the line against Stormers

Cameron Hanekom enhanced his chances of claiming the Springbok No 8 jersey as he carried strongly, won breakdown steals and was busy in defence against the Stormers.

Sport Rugby URC
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Pieter-Steph du Toit leads SA Rugby Awards nominees after another stellar year for Springboks

Pieter-Steph du Toit has been nominated alongside Damian de Allende, Eben Etzebeth, Ox Nche, and Cheslin Kolbe for the SA Rugby Player of the Year award.

Sport Rugby Springboks
Lunga Biyela|Published

Springboks don’t want to put Duane Vermeulen incarnate Cameron Hanekom in a ‘box’

After Cameron Vermeulen retired from the game after winning his second World Cup medal in France in 2023, many people have talked up Cameron Hanekom as a like-for-like replacement.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published