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Milestones Galore in 2026 for Springbok Women

Following a breakthrough year in 2025, the Springbok Women concluded their 2026 international season with more achievements, firsts and entries into the record books, while also leaving their mark on an ever-growing supporter base. Following their unprecedented top eight finish at last year’s Women’s Rugby World Cup in England, much was expected of the South Africans in 2026 and despite some …

England fly-half Fin Smith cleared to face Australia as Nations Championship resumes

Fin Smith starts at fly-half against the Wallabies after coming through Friday’s final training session. The post England fly-half Fin Smith cleared to face Australia as Nations Championship resumes … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Nigeria’s Absence At Africa Women’s Rugby Sevens In Kenya Leaves Critics Calling For More Effort from NRFF

The absence of Nigeria will be conspicuously felt when this year’s Africa Women’s Sevens Championship begins on Saturday at RFUEA … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Schalk Burger questions Springboks’ chances of winning Nations Championship despite strong start

Schalk Burger questions whether the Springboks can top the Nations Championship, as New Zealand and a tight November Test schedule add pressure in the title race. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

‘I admire Rassie’: Italy coach praises Bok boss for putting South Africa first

Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada has praised Rassie Erasmus for putting South Africa first, calling the Springboks’ full-strength team a sign of respect to Italy. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Ex-All Blacks forward makes Hurricanes return as Super Rugby champions confirm new coaching hires

The Hurricanes have bolstered their backroom staff with Jeremy Thrush and Sam McNicol joining their backroom staff as assistant coaches. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Home advantage may prove the difference

I don’t want to upset my Aussie mates any more than Jonny Wilkinson did 23 years ago, but I’m backing England to turn over the Wallabies at Twickenham. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Siya Kolisi Rules Out Coaching Career After Retiring From Rugby

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi has ruled out coaching after retirement, explained why and shared the major goal he still wants to achieve in rugby. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

New Zealand, Fiji and Samoa clash in Tauranga Sevens series

New Zealand’s Men’s Development Sevens squad will take on Fiji and Samoa across a nine-match international Sevens series at Blake Park in Tauranga this weekend, Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November 2026. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

All Blacks vs Scotland: Why Fabian Holland and Scott Barrett are now first-choice locks

Fabian Holland has brought greater certainty to the All Blacks’ lineout this year. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

World Rugby Rankings: Springboks’ Top Spot On The Line As Scotland Target Historic All Blacks Victory And All-time High In Intense Battle For Third

The Springboks collide with Italy at the home of Juventus in Saturday’s first Nations Championship match with Rassie Erasmus’ charges heading into the fixture knowing that defeat will see them … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

All Blacks v Scotland: Five changes to Dave Rennie’s team

Scotland have never beaten the All Blacks. Dave Rennie is determined to keep it that way. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

All Blacks v Scotland: How the attacking evolution could click at Murrayfield

Can the All Blacks continue their attacking evolution in the Northern Hemisphere? Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

The Hurricanes have finalised their coaching group for next year’s Super Rugby Pacific title defence

They’ve announced that former players Jeremy Thrush and Sam McNicol will join the men’s team’s coaching staff as assistant coaches. They join head coach Clark Laidlaw and fellow assistants Cory Jane, … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

All Blacks v Scotland Nations Championship test: Line-ups, kickoff times, how to watch – all you need to know

Another year where Scotland rugby fans get their hopes up. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

South Africa, France eye bragging rights in inaugural Nations Championship

Unbeaten southern hemisphere heavyweights South Africa and New Zealand have travelled north for what promises to be a fascinating conclusion to the inaugural Nations Championship. The biennial event, … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Ioane to play 50th international when Italy host Springboks

Australian-born wing Monty Ioane will make his 50th appearance for Italy in this weekend’s Nations Championship match against South Africa, after being named on Thursday in coach Gonzalo Quesada’s … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

BREEN BRING SUPER RUGBY PRESEASON RIVALRY TO OAMARU

The Highlanders face the Crusaders at Whitestone Contracting Stadium, Ōamaru, on 5 February 2027. Kids 12 and under go free thanks to Breen. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

South African-born Vintcent relishing another Springboks clash in Italy colours

Nov 5 – Born in South Africa and raised on Springbok rugby, Ross Vintcent will pull on the Italy jersey on Saturday to face his home country in a fixture he and his family relish despite divided … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Springboks star backed by teammate ahead of Nations Championship opener against Italy

A Springboks star has received praise from a teammate ahead of South Africa’s Nations Championship clash against Italy, highlighting his importance to the team. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

The ‘aggressive’ cancer battle behind son of a Bronco’s mission to be Wallabies’ future

A future Wallabies hopeful has endured more than most by his age. Those setbacks have steeled him to challenge one of Australian rugby’s brightest stars. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Capilla set for France debut as Galthie names team to face Fiji

Uncapped loose forward Esteban Capilla could make his France debut off the bench after being named in the matchday 23 by coach Fabien Galthie for Saturday’s Nations Championship fixture against Fiji … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Springboks to batter Italy, but Wallabies divide opinion

The Springboks to overpower Italy, the All Blacks to conquer Scotland and Japan to upset Wales. Mark Keohane and Zelim Nel have made their Nations Championship predictions, but the two could not agree … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Italy name side to face Springboks in Nations Championship

Australian-born wing Monty Ioane will make his 50th appearance for Italy in this weekend’s Nations Championship match against South Africa. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Scotland team to play New Zealand: Star men left out as shock call made at prop

Rory Sutherland has been picked ahead of Pierre Schoeman at loosehead prop for the Nations Championship clash at Murrayfield. And Kyle Rowe has been preferred to Blair Kinghorn. Schoeman and Kinghorn … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Springboks set to join rugby’s new commercial powerhouse

F10 could unite rugby’s biggest competitions in one commercial deal, boosting South Africa’s earning power while raising concerns for emerging nations. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

São Paulo recebe etapa do Circuito Mundial de Rugby Sevens em 2027; veja preços dos ingressos

São Paulo recebe etapa do Circuito Mundial de Rugby Sevens em fevereiro de 2027. Ingressos custam a partir de R$ 25; veja detalhes. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Wales team v Japan: Steve Tandy’s latest midfield ploy as PREM star passed fit for Nations Championship showdown

Wales head coach Steve Tandy has once again ripped up his midfield combination, with Eddie James and Max Llewellyn named as the run-on centres. The pairing of James and Llewellyn … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

Malcolm Marx ready for ‘exciting new chapter’ as two-time World Cup-winning Springbok’s next move is confirmed

“It is an exciting new chapter for me, and I look forward to reconnecting and working alongside former teammates and coaches.” … Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.

All Blacks: Mike Blair transforms attack as NZR opens door to foreign coaches – Gregor Paul

ANALYSIS: Mike Blair has helped restore cohesion to the All Blacks’ attack. Article Source Click HERE to post your Rugby News for FREE. | Click HERE to Advertise your Rugby Event/Match for FREE.