The Springbok Sevens squad are keen to make their third opportunity to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics count and join their regular foes at the Rugby Sevens event in Paris.
Rugby World Cup-winning prop Vincent Koch will earn his 50th Test cap on Saturday when the Springboks take on Wales at Twickenham in their first international since lifting the Webb Ellis Cup in France in October last year as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named an exciting matchday 23 that will be captained by flanker Pieter-Steph du Toit and features four uncapped players.
South Africa fought hard to secure a one-run victory over Nepal in their T20 World Cup Group D encounter at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus was pleased with the bedrock laid at the first week of the national training camp in Pretoria and was satisfied that they have a solid base to build from as the squad prepares to face Wales in the opening Test of the season at Twickenham next week Saturday.
Double Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe has rejoined his teammates in Pretoria and will do his rehabilitation under the supervision of the Bok medical staff with an eye on possibly being available for selection for the opening Test of the Castle Lager Incoming Tour against Ireland.
Zimbabwe coach Jairos Tapera felt his side made it difficult for themselves following their defeat against Bafana Bafana in their FIFA World Cup Group C qualifier.
Bafana Bafana defender Thapelo Morena says they created chances and converted them, which he believes was the "difference" in the game against Zimbabwe.
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos believes his side deserves the win following their stellar performance against Zimbabwe.
A brace by Thapelo Morena inspired Bafana Bafana to secure a vital 3-1 victory over Zimbabwe in their FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Free State Stadium on Tuesday.
Thapelo Morena scored a brace as Bafana Bafana secured a crucial 3-1 victory over Zimbabwe in their FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Free State Stadium on Tuesday.