SPRINGBOKS

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Rugby Championship: Boks forced to make late change in the front row

Following the withdrawal of prop Jan-Hendrik Wessels, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has brought in a replacement for their clash against Australia.

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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.

Former Springbok captain John Smit

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.

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Bok bolter Edwill van der Merwe: "Scoring tries is just a bonus"

Springbok winger Edwill van der Merwe believes he is under no pressure to keep up his incredible try-scoring record against Australia this weekend.

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Aphelele Fassi excited to add goal-kicking to his arsenal for Wallabies Test

Springbok fullback Aphelele Fassi is ready to take on a new role in the team after being identified as a possible goal-kicking solution against Australia.

Rassie Erasmus

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.