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Erasmus optimistic amid Covid scare

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Springbok director of rugby, Rassie Erasmus, seems optimistic that South Africa’s scheduled game against Georgia will go ahead on Friday despite three members of the squad testing positive for Covid-19.    “The...

The versatile Kwagga Smith speaks from the Springbok camp

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Tenacious loose-forward Kwagga Smith boasts an enviable versatility which is proving useful in the Springbok camp as they prepare to tackle Georgia in preparation for the upcoming British &...

Three players name-dropped as potential replacements for Duane Vermeulen

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Springboks are considering their options and have kept their cards close to their chest when it comes to Duane Vermeulen’s replacement.   Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids addressed...

Springbok pair cleared to join training camp

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Munster have confirmed that centre Damian de Allende and lock RG Snyman have been cleared to travel to South Africa.   The pair will continue their respective recoveries under the care of the Springboks’...

“For me personally, there is no fear.” - Malcolm Marx

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Amid ubiquitous claims that the Boks will be undercooked by the time they square off against the British & Irish Lions, hooker Malcolm Marx does not appear concerned.    “For me personally,...

Next Gen: The 16 u20 Six Nations players with famous family connections

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

With the Six Nations Under-20s underway this weekend, we take a look at the next generation of talents who have family ties in the sport already.     England Phil Cokanasiga The younger...

Springboks confirm venues for Georgia Tests

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

SA Rugby confirmed on Friday that the two Tests against Georgia, as a precursor to the Castle Lager Lions Series, will be played in Gauteng to give the Springboks a jump-start as they return to international...

A history of penalty shootouts in rugby

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Saturday's Top 14 Access Match produced a rare occurrence in rugby as the game had to be decided on a shootout.    While knock out games in football will often go to penalty shootouts, the...

Springbok coach Deon Davids highlights the areas where the du Preezs have improved

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids has says that Dan and Jean-Luc du Preez have made notable improvements on their games since making the move to Sale Sharks.    Speaking to the media on...

Rory Hutchinson added to Scotland's squad

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Glasgow Warriors back-row Matt Fagerson will miss Scotland’s upcoming Summer fixtures having undergone successful surgery on an arm injury sustained in the recent PRO14 Rainbow Cup victory over Leinster.   Fagerson...