New Zealand made a big statement in a World Cup year following their 35-20 win over South Africa in the Castle Lager Rugby Championship at Auckland’s Mt Smart Stadium on Saturday.
Junior Springbok head coach Bafana Nhleko praised his South African U20 squad's effort on Friday when they outplayed England to win the bronze final of the 2023 World Rugby U20 Championships, with France taking the title for a third successive time by beating Ireland in the final.
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and hooker Bongi Mbonambi made it clear on Friday that they expected a massive battle against the All Blacks at Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland on Saturday in the second round of the Castle Lager Rugby Championship, but they said they were ready for the challenge.
Arsenal have completed the signing of Jurrien Timber from Ajax for a transfer fee of £38million on a five-year deal.
Richards Bay have continued to bolster their squad after completing the signing of striker Sinethemba Mngomezulu from Stellenbosch FC.
Richards Bay have announced the signing of defender Austin Dube following his exit from Kaizer Chiefs.
Christian Pulisic has completed his £20million move from Chelsea to Italian club AC Milan.
Rory McIlroy says he would retire before joining the breakaway LIV Golf tour after it emerged he had been offered a franchise in the Saudi-backed project.
Springboks captain Eben Etzebeth look set to play against New Zealand in the Castle Lager Rugby Championship on Saturday despite the death of his father.
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