South Africa 45-21 England: Borthwick's men thrashed in Nations Championship opener

South Africa began their Nations Championship campaign in style as they ran in seven tries during a comprehensive 45-21 triumph over England at Ellis Park Stadium.  Blistering starts in...

Scotland 'grateful' for previous Argentina defeat after setting record straight with big win

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend said he was "grateful" for last year's chastening defeat to Argentina after watching his team avenge that loss in the Nations Championship. Scotland's bow in the new...

Nations Championship: Round 1 Report

Round 1 of the Nations Championship saw both hemispheres come out with 3 wins a piece, with South Africa leading the Southern Hemisphere table following their dominant display against England at Ellis...

Edwill thriving in Rassie’s team-first culture

Edwill van der Merwe says the Springboks’ selfless culture has ensured every player is ready when called upon. The Bok speedster gets another chance to start in Saturday’s Nations Championship...

Semi-finals confirmed at Junior World Championship after thrilling end to pool stage

France will face New Zealand in the first World Rugby Junior World Championship 2026 semi-final in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi on Monday, 13 July before defending champions South Africa take on England. South...

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Rassie Erasmus on Springbok selection policy

Rassie Erasmus talks about the Springbok strategy on team selection and the bigger picture around it Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks' selection strategy is focused on preparing the squad for the...

Erasmus names new-look Bok side to face Scotland

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus stayed true to his objective to give as many players in his squad the opportunity to put up their hands at the highest level this season, as he made 10 changes to his starting...

Seven teams remain unbeaten at Junior World Championship in Georgia

The race for the World Rugby Junior World Championship 2026 semi-finals is heating up with seven teams unbeaten after an entertaining second round in Tbilisi and Kutaisi. Seven teams remain unbeaten...

World Rugby Men's Rankings preview: 4 July, 2026

World Rugby has published the ranking permutations for this weekend's opening rounds of the Nations Championship 2026 and World Rugby Nations Cup 2026.  Permutation highlights: South Africa will...