RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP
James O'Connor returns as Wallabies name team for Bok showdown at Ellis Park
The Wallabies have sprung a surprise by opting for veteran James O'Connor to start at flyhalf for Saturday's Rugby Championship opener against the Springboks at Ellis Park.
John Smit weighs in on competitiveness of 2025 Rugby Championship
Former Springbok captain John Smit reckons this season's Rugby Championship could be tougher, based purely on the fact that South Africa have to travel away to face New Zealand.
Springboks brace for ruthless Wallabies attack
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus is expecting a fierce aerial battle when South Africa host Australia in their Rugby Championship opener at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Eddie Jones rates Bok Bolter Grant Williams as the quickest No.9 in the world
Japan head coach Eddie Jones believes Springbok scrumhalf Grant Williams is the fastest No.9 in the game.
Scott Robertson delivers mixed injury update as All Blacks prepare for Argentina
Scott Robertson has delivered a mixed injury update ahead of the All Blacks' Rugby Championship opener against Argentina.
Rassie Erasmus explains Springboks reshuffle for Australia tests
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has shed light on his decision to field captain Siya Kolisi at No. 8 instead of his usual No. 6 position for their Rugby Championship opener against Australia.
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