ITALY

Nomsa Chabeli

SABC reaches broadcast agreement for historic Springbok-Italy clash

SABC Group CEO Nomsa Chabeli says it was only fitting to broadcast the momentous Test match between the Springboks and Italy, highliting the importance of making national sports accesible to all South Africans.

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Handre Pollard and Bongi Mbonambi expecting fiery Italians at Loftus

Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard and hooker Bongi Mbonambi are undre no illusions as to the challenge Italy will pose at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

Junior Springboks

World Rugby U20 Championship: Just one change to Junior Boks for England clash

The Junior Springboks have just one change in their team to face England in their crucial World Rugby U20 Championship pool match in Rovigo, Italy, on Friday.

Damian Willemse

Damian Willemse admits to nerves ahead of long-awaited Springbok return

Springbok utility back Damian Willemse has admitted to some nerves ahead of his long-awaited return to Test rugby, but says he is relishing the opportunity to wear the green and gold again when South Africa face Italy on Saturday.

Jean Kleyn and Lood de Jager

Bok lock Jean Kleyn ruled out of Italy series due to injury

Springbok lock Jean Kleyn has been ruled out of the squad travelling to Johannesburg for the opening match of the Castle Lager Incoming Series against Italy.

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2025 Springbok Test series opener: South Africa vs Italy preview

The Mbombela Stadium will play host to the first Springbok mid-year test on Saturday, 5 July 2025.