Rugby Champs

Nienaber opts for continuity as Marx strikes 50

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made three changes to his starting team that ran out for their final Test against Wales for their opening Castle Lager Rugby Championship fixture against New Zealand in...

Four Year Wait Adds Hype to South Africa Clash - Rieko Ioane

All Blacks centre Rieko Ioane said South Africa would be a completely different challenge to Ireland when the sides meet in the Lipovitan-D first Rugby Championship Test in Nelspruit on Sunday (NZT). So...

Rieko Ioane Press Conference (Nelspruit)

FULL PRESS CONFERENCE: Deon Davids and Frans Malherbe

Clayton Blommetjies and centre Chris Hollis join Stormers

The Stormers' backline depth has received a boost with the signing of fullback Clayton Blommetjies and centre Chris Hollis.   The duo will both join the DHL Stormers squad for pre-season training...

A Series of Firsts: The First Match

As a player you will never forget your debut in the black jersey. Join them as they re-live the special moment.    

Boks preparing for ferocious All Black onslaught, says Le Roux

Springbok fullback Willie Le Roux says the South Africans are preparing for a ferocious attack from the wounded All Blacks as the latter aim to return to winning ways after falling to Ireland 2-1 in the...

NZ Rugby CEO offers no guarantees over Foster's long-term future

New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson has offered no guarantees over All Blacks head coach Ian Foster's long-term future, stating "he’s certainly the person to lead the team to South...

Nienaber provides update on Springbok stalwart duo

Springbok boss Jacques Nienaber included two stalwarts in his Rugby Championship squad in the forms of Duane Vermeulen and Francois Steyn. Both veterans, however, are coming off injuries and Nienaber has...

How the Springboks could line up against New Zealand

The Rugby Championship kicks off next weekend with old rivals South Africa and New Zealand getting the tournament underway in Nelspruit.   The Springboks head into the fixture off the...