SOUTH AFRICA

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Swys de Bruin hails improvement of Springbok Women despite bowing out of World Cup

The Springbok Women's exceptional performances at the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup are an indication of the good things to come, said coach Swys de Bruin.

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Bok Women have no fear of failure, says coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt

Having already achieved their primary objective of reaching the quarterfinals of the Women's Rugby World Cup, the Springbok Women have nothing to lose against New Zealand.

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Eben Etzebeth's surprise omission from Bok squad explained

The Springboks’ burgeoning lock stocks are part of the reason for Eben Etzebeth being left out of the side to face the All Blacks, says assistant coach Duane Vermeulen.

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Springbok Women legend Sinazo Mcatshulwa ready to front up to Black Ferns

As the Springbok Women prepare for their Women's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal, Sinazo Mcatshulwa, their most capped player, is ready for action.

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Duane Vermeulen backing young Bok backs to bamboozle All Blacks

There is a youthful air about the Springbok backline this weekend, and former stalwart Duane Vermeulen believes they have what it takes to trounce the All Blacks.

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Springbok wing Ethan Hooker focused and grounded ahead of first Test start against All Blacks

Ethan Hooker may be just two Tests into his international career, but the Springbok back insists he's not overawed by the prospect of starting against the All Blacks in one of rugby's fiercest rivalries.

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