Shimange: All Blacks target Nché in Springbok scrum head battle
Hanyani Shimange believes New Zealand are trying to isolate Ox Nché from Malcolm Marx as the scrum debate intensifies before the third Test.
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Rugby Tours 2026: Argentina host Australia in Mendoza Game 2
Argentina and Australia meet in Mendoza for the second Rugby Tours 2026 test, with the Wallabies defending a 27-21 series lead.
All Blacks chase world No 1 against Springboks at FNB Stadium
New Zealand can reclaim world No 1 by beating South Africa at FNB Stadium and taking a 2-1 lead in their four-Test rivalry series.
Paulse backs Jacques Nienaber return to fix Springbok defence
Breyton Paulse believes Rassie Erasmus could bring Jacques Nienaber back before the 2027 World Cup to repair South Africa’s defence.
Barney Smit challenges Rennie’s scrum tactics after 33-26 win
John Smit says Dave Rennie’s scrum accusation diverted attention from New Zealand’s tactics during the All Blacks’ 33-26 defeat.
Argentina XV beat Uruguay XV 64-10 in Americas Rugby Championship 2026
Argentina XV scored 10 tries in a 64-10 win over suspension-hit Uruguay XV to strengthen their position before the final round of the 2026 ARC.
Kolisi and Savea leave rugby out of friendship before second Test
Siya Kolisi and Ardie Savea will captain South Africa and New Zealand in Cape Town, but keep rugby out of their friendship away from Tests.
Plumtree backs Hooker to blunt All Blacks in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Former Sharks coach John Plumtree expects Ethan Hooker’s power and versatility to strengthen South Africa against New Zealand in Cape Town.
Alaalatoa to captain Wallabies against Argentina in Jujuy Test
Allan Alaalatoa will lead Australia against Argentina in Jujuy after Les Kiss changed all eight forwards and rested regular captain Harry Wilson.
Old Glory DC select Logan Ballinger first in 2026 MLR College Draft
Old Glory DC made Logan Ballinger the first pick as 14 players were selected over three rounds in the seventh Major League Rugby College Draft.
Argentina host Australia in first 2026 Rugby Tour Test in Jujuy
Argentina begin a two-Test home series against Australia in Jujuy as both sides continue preparations for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Mo’unga earns Rennie’s backing after All Blacks beat Lions 41-35
Richie Mo’unga received Dave Rennie’s approval after returning for the All Blacks in their 41-35 win over the Lions at Ellis Park.
Plumtree says All Blacks can hurt Springboks again after 33-16
John Plumtree says the Springboks face intense pressure against a confident All Blacks team in Saturday’s second Test in Cape Town.
Siya Kolisi cleared to captain Springboks against All Blacks in Cape Town
Siya Kolisi has recovered from a grade-two hamstring tear and will captain South Africa against New Zealand in Cape Town on Saturday.
Cash says Lions let it slip in 41-35 loss to All Blacks tour
Lions coach Cash van Rooyen praised his side’s 68-minute effort after a 41-35 defeat by New Zealand, but said fatigue decided the finish.
All Blacks beat Lions 41-35 as Anton Segner exits tour injured
Anton Segner will miss the rest of the tour after ankle surgery, despite New Zealand’s 41-35 win over the Lions on Tuesday.
Why the Six Nations Remains One of Rugby’s Greatest Tournaments
Five rounds, historic rivalries, shifting styles and fierce home venues give the Six Nations a pressure unlike any other rugby tournament.
Winless Bulls blood two more debutants for final Currie Cup round
Bottom of the Currie Cup after six defeats, the Bulls XV will hand debuts to Ian van der Merwe and Ruan Enslin against the Sharks XV.
Billy Boston, Wigan Warriors and rugby league legend dies aged 92
Wigan Warriors icon Billy Boston has died aged 92, leaving a legacy of 478 club tries, three Challenge Cups and a 1960 World Cup.
Redelinghuys says scrum call hurt Springboks in 33-16 first Test
Former Springbok prop Julian Redelinghuys believes a delayed scrum decision helped turn South Africa’s 33-16 first-Test defeat by New Zealand.
Ex-Boks question scrum call in 33-16 Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Test
Schalk Burger, Hanyani Shimange and Victor Matfield have questioned the 55th-minute scrum penalty that preceded New Zealand’s 33-16 win.
Uruguay name 2026 Americas Rugby Championship roster for new era
Uruguay have selected an experienced squad with eight U20 graduates for the four-team Americas Rugby Championship in Chile.
Dan Carter backs Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu to become Springbok No 10
Dan Carter believes Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu can become a world-class Springbok flyhalf, but says consistency is the next major test.
Chris Smith backs his own game against Mo’unga on Rivalry tour
Lions flyhalf Chris Smith says he will stay true to his own style when he faces Richie Mo’unga and the All Blacks at Ellis Park.