SOUTH AFRICA

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Embrose Papier's persistence pays off as Bulls star earns Springbok starting chance

After a long wait for his return to the Springbok starting lineup, Embrose Papier admits he is feeling a mix of nerves and excitement ahead of Saturday's clash.

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Superstar Cheslin Kolbe staying grounded after sparkling 50th-cap performance

Despite scoring a sizzling try while earning his 50th Springbok cap in Saturday's comfortable win over England, winger Cheslin Kolbe remained as humble as always.

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'Boys, we've been here before,' Rassie Erasmus reminded the Springboks

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus invoked lessons of the past to help power his side to a comprehensive 45-21 victory over England in the Nations Championship at Ellis Park on Saturday.

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Rassie Erasmus' genius started long before coaching glory, says former Bok boss

Former Springbok coach Nick Mallett gave revealing insight into the tactical mind of Rassie Erasmus as a player with a story from another lifetime.

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Cheslin Kolbe: Consistently punching above his weight

Springbok hero Cheslin Kolbe will celebrate a career milestone when he runs out against England on Saturday.

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Rassie Erasmus reveals Springboks considered selecting Benhard Janse van Renseberg

Head coach Rassie Erasmus said he was interested in including centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg in the Springbok squad for the 2026 season, but a previous agreement with World Rugby stayed his hand.

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