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Springboks bring in front-row reinforcements ahead of Ireland Test

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has called up experienced hooker Bongi Mbonambi and loosehead prop Ntuthuko Mchunu to strengthen his front-row department ahead of next weekend's Test against Ireland.

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Scott and Jordie Barrett ruled out of All Blacks' Murrayfield mission

All Blacks captain and lock Scott Barrett and his brother Jordie have both been ruled out of the Scotland match due to injuries.

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Asenathi Ntlabakanye called up to Bok Squad as cover for Ox Nche

Ox Nche's untimely injury has resulted in Asenathi Ntlabakanye joining up with the Springbok squad for the remainder of the end-of-year tour.

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Ox Nche ruled out for rest of Springbok tour with injury

Springbok prop Ox Nche sustained a season-ending injury in the Boks' 61-7 victory over Japan on Saturday.

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Key injuries force France into late changes ahead of Springbok clash

Injuries sustained in the Top 14 have forced France boss Fabien Galthie to make two changes to his squad for the three-match November campaign that starts against the Springboks on November 8.

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Stormers scrambling in the wake of Neethling Fouche's serious injury

Stormers prop Neething Fouche is set for an extended period on the sidelines after an arm injury, leaving the franchise scrambling for a replacement.

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