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Blitzboks win Sevens World Championships in LA in fine style
South Africa's Blitzboks claimed the 2025 Rugby Sevens World Championship title in Los Angeles with a dominant victories over Spain.
Springbok Women’s Sevens triumph in Krakow Challenger Cup with Roos’s stellar performance
Nadine Roos played a pivotal role in the Springbok Women’s Sevens winning the Krakow Challenger Cup title on Saturday evening.
Sweet revenge for Bok Women’s Sevens as they defeat Kenya to reach Challenger Series final
The South Africans will have a rematch against Argentina, who they defeated in the group stages, for the crown on Saturday evening
Nadine Roos shines as Springbok Women’s Sevens qualify for SVNS playoffs in Los Angeles
The Springbok Women’s Sevens booked their place at the SVNS Series playoff tournament in Los Angeles next month following three excellent wins in the group stages of the final qualifier in Krakow, Poland.
Springbok Women’s Sevens targets success in Krakow Challenger Series after Cape Town mishaps
A good showing in Poland will secure a spot in the top four for the South Africans and a place in the qualifier for the SVNS Series
Impi Visser: Blitzboks mean business at Singapore Sevens after Hong Kong loss
After a ninth-place finish in Hong Kong left title hopes dashed, Blitzboks co-captain Impi Visser and his team are determined to prove themselves in Singapore, where they could still play kingmaker in the SVNS Series championship race.
Springbok Sevens aim to rectify errors as they prepare for Singapore
The South Africans will have a chance to redeem themselves in Singapore this weekend after a poor display in Hong Kong.
Blitzboks face crucial match against old foe New Zealand to reach Hong Kong playoffs
After starting the tournament with a clinical performance against Uruguay, the South Africans fell out of the bus against Australia in the second pool match
Gino Cupido sets sights on Blitzboks debut at Hong Kong Sevens
Rising star Gino Cupido aims for a successful Blitzboks debut at the Hong Kong Sevens, marking a significant step from 15s to 7s rugby, inspired by his experience at the Commonwealth Youth Games.
Blitzboks face Uruguay and Australia in quest for elusive Hong Kong trophy
The Blitzboks face a challenging opening day at Hong Kong SVNS against Uruguay's never-say-die attitude and Australia's tactical cunning, as they pursue their first championship in the tournament's three-decade history.
Zain Davids: Blitzboks’ ‘amazing flair’ key to breaking Hong Kong Sevens drought
Despite being a powerhouse in rugby sevens, South Africa has never claimed the prestigious Hong Kong Sevens title. Now, with the tournament moving to a new venue, Zain Davids believes their combination of strong defence and attacking prowess could finally break their Hong Kong curse.
Zain Davids boosts Blitzboks as Philip Snyman seeks ‘never-say-die attitude’ at Hong Kong Sevens
The Blitzboks received a significant boost with the return of forward Zain Davids for the Hong Kong Sevens, as coach Philip Snyman emphasises the importance of a 'never-say-die attitude'.
Springbok Women’s Player of the Year Nadine Roos became a baller by stepping the boys on the farm
Discover how Nadine Roos, SA Rugby’s Women’s Player of the Year, overcame challenges to excel in both 15s and sevens rugby.
Mkhari hopeful Springbok Women Sevens can Rights their wrongs in second Challenger event
The Springbok Women Sevens ended in third position in the World Rugby Sevens Challenger event in Cape Town, and will hope to go two steps further in the second tournament this weekend.
Spain beat Blitzboks to the bronze medal at Perth Sevens
Spain's remarkable rise in international rugby sevens continued as they secured a historic bronze medal at the Perth Sevens, outplaying South Africa's Blitzboks 14-7 in a tension-filled match that saw the Spanish side capitalise on crucial yellow cards to claim their most significant victory yet.
How Philip Snyman and Blitzboks broke nine-year hoodoo in Cape Town
Bltizboks coach Philip Snyman has revealed how his troops were able to break the curse that had haunted his side in Cape Town.
PICS: Zander Reynders revels in 'amazing' debut after Blitzboks' Cape Town Sevens victory
Debutant Zander Reynders has described winning the HSBC SVNS Cape Town for the first time with the Blitzboks on Sunday at the DHL Stadium as an amazing feeling.
Blitzboks players are the real heroes, says coach Philip Snyman
Blitzboks coach Philip Snyman heaped praise on his troops following their win in the Cape Town Sevens final.
Brilliant Blitzboks break home soil drought with Cape Town Sevens victory
The Blitzboks Beat France to win a first Sevens tournament on home soil since 2015.
No DNA, just RSA: Blitzboks rally past Spain to secure Cape Town Sevens final spot in thrilling comeback
The Blitzboks beat Spain to book their place in the final of the Cape Town Sevens on Sunday.
Blitzboks dominate Argentina to secure Cape Town Sevens semi-final spot
The Blitzboks will face Spain in the Cape Town Sevens semi-final on Sunday after beating Argentina in their last game on Saturday night.
Blitzboks dominate Ireland in Cape Town Sevens opener to thrill home crowd
The Blitzboks kicked off their Cape Town Sevens tournament with a convincing win over Ireland on Saturday.
Blitzboks' Siviwe Soyizwapi looking forward(s) and not back(line) after tough 2024
Former wing Siviwe Soyiswapi is one of the forwards that will have to step up and bring the physicality for the Blitzboks at the Cape Town Sevens this weekend.
Blitzboks go down to France to finish sixth at Dubai 7s
The Blitzboks finished sixth after they were pipped by France in their fifth-place play-off at the Dubai Sevens on Sunday.