TEST RUGBY

Italy head coach claims 'Grenade Squad' beat Boks' Bomb Squad

Italy head coach Gonzalo Quesada heaped praise on his replacements, who arguably performed better than the famed Springboks' Bomb Squad despite their loss on Saturday.

06 Jul 2025

Man of the Match Morne van den Berg wants more form Boks

Morne van den Berg admitted he had mixed emotions after being awarded the Man of the Match accolade in the wake of the Springboks' win over Italy.

06 Jul 2025

Rassie Erasmus set to read Boks the riot act after "frustrating" win over Italy

Bok boss Rassie Erasmus will reconsider his pre-planned selection for the second Castle Lager Tour test against Italy in Gqeberha next week.

06 Jul 2025

Captain Harry Wilson saves Wallabies' blushes with last-gasp try against Fiji

Wallabies skipper Harry Wilson came up with a clutch try for a narrow 21-18 win over Fiji in Newcastle on Sunday.

06 Jul 2025

Damian Willemse admits to nerves ahead of long-awaited Springbok return

Springbok utility back Damian Willemse has admitted to some nerves ahead of his long-awaited return to Test rugby, but says he is relishing the opportunity to wear the green and gold again when South Africa face Italy on Saturday.

02 Jul 2025

Bok lock Jean Kleyn ruled out of Italy series due to injury

Springbok lock Jean Kleyn has been ruled out of the squad travelling to Johannesburg for the opening match of the Castle Lager Incoming Series against Italy.

29 Jun 2025