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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.

Riley Norton

Junior Springbok squad announced ahead of World Rugby Under-20 Championship

Lock Riley Norton will retain his captaincy for the World Rugby Under-20 Championship in Italy, under Junior Springbok head coach Kevin Foote, who has confirmed his squad.

Evan Roos

Evan Roos called up to Springbok squad following Cameron Hanekom injury

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus added Stormers No. 8 Evan Roos to his squad for the matches against the Barbarians and Castle Lager Incoming Series, increasing the size of his group to 55 players.

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Former Bok star on why Italy will pose a serious threat in July double-header

Former Springbok centre Juan de Jongh has identified Italy's midfield combination of Juan Ignacio Brex and Tommaso Menoncello as a major threat for the Boks in their upcoming Test series in South Africa.

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Ireland keep slim Six Nations hopes alive after narrow victory against Italy

Ireland kept their slim hopes of Six Nations glory alive but were made to sweat before beating Italy 22-17 at the Olympic Stadium in Rome on Saturday.

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