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World Rugby makes 'hip drop' and 'knee drop' tackles illegal

World Rugby has approved a law amendment confirming that two relatively rare but dangerous tackle techniques that will now be penalised.

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Boks reach their highest World Rugby ranking, but further heights await

The Springboks have reached the highest-ever points on the world rugby rankings, but there's one more record they still seek.

Junior Boks

Coach Kevin Foote hails Junior Boks' grit in World Rugby U20 Championship final

Grit and determination won Junior Springboks the World Rugby U20 Championship final title, says head coach Kevin Foote.

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Jasper Wiese to miss start of Rugby Championship after receiving four-game suspension

Springbok number eight Jasper Wiese has been banned for four matches following his red card in the victory over Italy in Gqeberha.

Springboks beat Italy in Gqeberha

World Rugby rankings: Springboks hold top spot as All Blacks narrow the gap further

South Africa continue to lead the World Rugby rankings, though New Zealand are narrowing the gap with only 1.06 points between the sides ahead of this weekend's fixtures.

Thulani Nteta

Junior Boks' fitness being tested during European heatwave

Junior Springboks' strength and conditioning coach Thulani Nteta is leaving nothing to chance during the World Rugby U20 Championship.

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