The Springboks will line up against the New Zealand at Twickenham in England for only the second time ever when they clash in a Rugby World Cup warm-up fixture on Friday, 25 August 2023 – two weeks before the international extravaganza kicks off in France, where South Africa will attempt to defend their crown as world champions.
Bulls and Springbok wing Sbu Nkosi has returned to rugby after a period on the sidelines that included going AWOL for three weeks as he battled mental health issues.
Their second conditioning and technical skills camp of the year saw the Springbok Women rubbing shoulders with the Springbok coaching staff this week, which resulted in an energetic week of training and learning.
The Springboks will kick off a bumper 2023 season against Australia in Pretoria in July in the opening round of the shortened Castle Lager Rugby Championship and will face Argentina in Johannesburg in their final match on home soil before the build-up to their Rugby World Cup defence starts.
SA Rugby president Mr Mark Alexander paid tribute to Douglas Martin ‘Dougie’ Dyers, one of the most important pioneers in the history of South African rugby, who sadly passed away on Tuesday.
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has confirmed that Jurie Roux has parted ways with SARU following his 12 years role as CEO of the organisation.
South Africa are set to face rivals New Zealand twice in the build-up to the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France as they prepare to defend their world title.
SA Rugby announced the nominees in nine categories on Wednesday and the winners will be named in 2023, along with the annual OUTsurance Referee of the Year and the Provincial Women’s Player of the Year.
Springbok flyhalf Damian Willemse is pleased with his overall contribution to helping the Springboks secure their first win over England in eight years.
Relive the action as the Springboks secured their first win over England at Twickenham in eight years as they delivered a masterclass performance on Saturday.