RUGBY WORLD CUP

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Rassie hails 'invaluable' World Rugby Summit as rules set to remain unchanged

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus called World Rugby’s recent Shape of the Game summit 'invaluable' and confirmed rugby’s core rules will stay unchanged ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

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Springbok defence coach credits Jacques Nienaber for helping create blueprint for success

South Africa's defence coach Jerry Flannery says Jacques Nienaber laid the foundation for the Springboks to win two consecutive Rugby World Cup titles.

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Victor Matfield backs France as Springboks greatest rivals for 2027 Rugby World Cup title

Legendary Springbok lock Victor Matfield believes France poses the biggest threat to South Africa's ambition to win three Rugby World Cups in a row.

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Springbok winger Kurt-Lee Arendse set to depart Bulls, according to reports

World Cup-winning Springbok winger Kurt-Lee Arendse looks set to leave the Bulls on a permanent basis and return to Japan.

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Former Springbok Steven Kitshoff defends Willie le Roux after cross kick fail

Retired Springbok Steven Kitshoff has defended his former teammate and fellow World Cup winner Willie le Roux after recent criticism.

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Stormers boss John Dobson: "This is why we win World Cups"

The intensity that was evident for all to see in the Stormers v Bulls derby is the reason the Springboks win Rugby World Cups, says director of rugby John Dobson.