SOUTH AFRICA

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Jesse Kriel extends Japan stay as Springbok teammates prioritise family over big contracts

Springbok centre Jesse Kriel has no plans to join the growing list of teammates heading home from Japan. The veteran has signed a fresh two-year deal that will keep him in the country until June 2028.

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Bok giant Ruan Nortje eager to make South Africa proud against Ireland

Springbok lock Ruan Nortje said the group has a lot of work to do this upcoming week to rectify the mistakes made against France on Friday night.

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Springboks knocked off world number one spot after France defeat

South Africa have surrendered top spot in the World Rugby rankings following their 21-19 defeat to France at the Stade de France in Paris.

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Springboks fight back but France hold on for gutsy Nations Championship win

South Africa suffered a narrow 21-19 defeat to France in a thrilling Nations Championship encounter at the Stade de France on Friday, despite a strong second-half fightback.

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Talisman Antoine Dupont vows to unleash French flair against Springboks

France megastar Antoine Dupont is hoping to be full of surprises when he runs out against the Springboks in Round 5 of the Nations Championship on Friday.

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Boks wary but well prepared for Antoine Dupont threat at flyhalf

Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick admitted the selection of Antoine Dupont at flyhalf could bring a new dimension to the hosts' game, although the Boks are well prepared for an epic battle.

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