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Eben Etzebeth

Nienaber, Etzebeth and Libbok among nominees for World Rugby awards

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber, centurion lock Eben Etzebeth and flyhalf Manie Libbok are among a top-class list of nominees for the 2023 World Rugby Awards.

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Siya Kolisi pays tribute to Jacques Nienaber ahead of final game in charge

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has paid heartfelt tribute to head coach Jacques Nienaber as he prepares for his final game in charge of the national team.

Bongi Mbonambi

Nienaber and Kolisi laud Boks' fighting spirit

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber and captain Siya Kolisi lauded the team's fighting spirit in their nail-biting Rugby World Cup semi-final victory against England.

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Jacques Nienaber insists Springboks won't be taking 'improving' England lightly

The Springboks insist they do not subscribe to the wide-held belief that England are serious underdogs for Saturday's Rugby World Cup semi-final.

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Springboks name unchanged team for World Cup semi-final showdown with England

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has shown faith in the players who toppled France by naming a completely unchanged matchday 23 for Saturday's semi-final against England in Paris.

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Jacques Nienaber on surprise selection calls: 'We've stayed true to our identity'

Jacques Nienaber insists the Springboks have not strayed from their identity despite opting for a 5-3 split on the bench for Sunday's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against France.

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