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South Africa players sing the national anthem ahead of the Autumn International friendly rugby union match between England and South Africa at Twickenham Stadium, south-west London, on November 20, 2021. (Photo by Adrian DENNIS / AFP) (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

World Rugby planning ‘mini World Cup’ for 2026

The Springboks will feature in the premier division of a biennial mini World Cup, according to reports that World Rugby is planning to introduce a global competition in 2026.

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA - JULY 02: Georgia captain Merab Sharikadze attempts to slip past Kwagga Smith of South Africa and South African captain Siya Kolisi during the 1st International Test match between South Africa and Georgia at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on July 2, 2021 in Pretoria, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Roy/MB Media/Getty Images)

Russia ban secures Georgia’s World Cup spot

Georgia have secured their place at the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France after all remaining games involving Russia in the Rugby Europe Championship 2022 were abandoned, World Rugby announced on Thursday.

Mandatory Credit: Photo by David Gibson/Fotosport/Shutterstock/BackpagePix (12601581t) South Africa gather into a huddle at the start of the second half. Scotland v South Africa, Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK - 13 Nov 2021

Nienaber on the hunt for in-form players

Jacques Nienaber says he is actively on the lookout for players in their prime as the Springboks plan for what is expected to be a challenging 2022 season.

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 20: South Africa captain, Siya Kolisi sings their National Anthem alongside teammates prior to the Autumn Nations Series match between England and South Africa at Twickenham Stadium on November 20, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

SA Rugby commits to Sanzaar partnership

Sanzaar has announced that the Springboks will continue playing in the Rugby Championship until 2025, amid reports of a revival of the World Nations Championship concept.

Sevens World Cup tickets to go on sale

World Rugby has announced the start of the countdown to tickets going on sale for Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 – to be hosted in Cape Town in September.

Springboks drawn with Ireland, Scotland for 2023

The Springboks have been placed in Pool B alongside Ireland, Scotland, Asia/Pacific 1 and Europe 2 for the 2023 World Cup in France. You may also like

2023 RWC draw: All you need to know

Find out everything you need to know about the 2023 Rugby World Cup draw taking place in Paris on 14 December. You may also like

Watch: Top 10 Bok tries at RWC

The Springboks have scored some sensational tries at the Rugby World Cup in their seven tournament appearances to date. Check out this compilation from World Rugby showcasing 10 of the best. You may also like

No-booze policy boosted Boks in RWC final

Head of athletic performance Aled Walters has paid tribute to the Springboks’ professionalism and attitude following their World Cup win in Japan. JON CARDINELLI reports. You may also like

Ambitious Boks continue to strike right balance

The public reaction to the World Cup victory as well as Rassie Erasmus’ insistence that it’s a springboard to greater things bode well for the sport in South Africa, writes Jon Cardinelli. You may also like