Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has defended his selection of lock Salmaan Moerat, saying his unglamorous, high-impact playstyle will help South Africa succeed.
Salmaan Moerat is set for first start for the Springboks this season after head coach Rassie Erasmus named his team for the Nations Championship clash against Italy in Turin on Saturday.
Rising Springbok star Cameron Hanekom is a doubtful starter for their first November Nations Championship match against Italy on Saturday.
Springbok Women coaches Laurian Johannes-Haupt and Franzel September are taking positives from the season despite another loss to Ireland on Saturday.
Legendary prop Tendai 'The Beast' Mtawarira has offered some valuable insight into how the Springboks transformed their scrum into one of the most potent weapons in world rugby.
Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx confirmed he will call time on his career in Japan when the season ends in June 2027.