Cape Town joins HSBC SVNS revolution
Cape Town has been confirmed as one of the eight iconic destinations that comprise HSBC SVNS, World Rugby’s revamped and rebranded global celebration of rugby sevens launched on Tuesday.

Big wins in Women’s First Division for log leaders
The top three sides in the Women’s First Division all recorded big victories in the sixth round of the competition this weekend, while the Valke Women also scored an important win away from home.

Williams: “Boks will build on positives after defeat”
Grant Williams said on Sunday the Springboks would take a few positives from their 35-20 defeat against the All Blacks in Auckland on Saturday as they look to bounce back against Argentina in their final Castle Lager Rugby Championship match in Johannesburg on Saturday, 29 July.

Slow start costly for the Springboks in Auckland
The Springboks’ hopes of extending their unbeaten record in New Zealand to a third match foundered on a masterclass in finishing from the All Blacks as the home team cruised to a 35-20 (halftime 20-3) Castle Lager Rugby Championship victory in Auckland.

Boks rue woeful start in New Zealand defeat
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber lamented his team’s hesitant start in the Castle Lager Rugby Championship Test that paved the way to a 35-20 (halftime 20-3) defeat in Auckland.

Highlights: Boks go down in Auckland
Relive the action as the All Blacks beat the Springboks in Auckland on Saturday to retain the Freedom Cup and move to the top of the standings in the Castle Lager Rugby Championship.

Brave Junior Boks bag bronze in Athlone
The Junior Springboks delivered a masterful defensive display to beat England by 22-15 (half-time 22-15) and finish their campaign on a high by claiming the bronze medal at the World Rugby U20 Championship on a mild and windless Friday evening at the Athlone Stadium in Cape Town.

Boks gearing up for massive battle against NZ
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and hooker Bongi Mbonambi made it clear on Friday that they expected a massive battle against the All Blacks at Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland on Saturday in the second round of the Castle Lager Rugby Championship, but they said they were ready for the challenge.

Nhleko: Junior Boks’ effort rewarded
Junior Springbok head coach Bafana Nhleko praised his South African U20 squad's effort on Friday when they outplayed England to win the bronze final of the 2023 World Rugby U20 Championships, with France taking the title for a third successive time by beating Ireland in the final.

Home ground advantage crucial in First Division
Home ground advantage could be crucial for the four hosting teams when the sixth round of the Women’s First Division takes place on Saturday.