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Boks within striking distance of No. 1 as Rugby Championship showdown looms

The Springboks climbed to No. 2 in the World Rugby rankings after their 30-22 win over the Wallabies in Cape Town, combined with the All Blacks' upset loss to Argentina in Buenos Aires.

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Wallabies superstar Tom Wright sidelined with ACL injury

It's heartbreak for Australia winger Tom Wright as he ends his season prematurely due to an ACL injury against South Africa in the Rugby Championship on Saturday.

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Proud Pollard praises Boks for attritional win over Wallabies

Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard heaped praise on his teammates for fighting their way back from last week's heartbreaking defeat to a gritty win in Cape Town.

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Jean-Luc du Preez relishing first Springbok start in seven years

Springbok forward Jean-Luc du Preez is eager to impress in a rare start in the green and gold against Australia in the Rugby Championship on Saturday.

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Rugby Championship: Fraser McReight to captain the Wallabies in Cape Town

Fraser McReight will skipper Australia from the number seven jersey against South Africa in Cape Town on Saturday evening.

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Rassie Erasmus reveals the four Boks that missed out on selection

Four fringe players have become victims of the Springboks' shock loss to the Wallabies at Ellis Park this past Saturday.

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