England eye Ackermann for World Cup
England have held talks around playing a wild card for their World Cup campaign and calling in former Lions loose forward Ruan Ackermann.
England have held talks around playing a wild card for their World Cup campaign and calling in former Lions loose forward Ruan Ackermann.
Japan wants to host the World Cup again as early as 2035, the country’s rugby union chief said, potentially bringing it back to Asia for a second time.
Saracens and England No. 8 Billy Vunipola will miss the rest of the season after sustaining a knee injury in his club’s Champions Cup defeat at La Rochelle.
The Springboks will peak at the right time and are well placed to defend their World Cup title, said head of athletic performance Andy Edwards.
SA Rugby has established a task team to consider World Rugby’s recommendations on lowering tackle height in schools and club rugby.
Rassie Erasmus says that despite going into the World Cup as defending champions, the Springboks are still underdogs compared to Ireland, New Zealand and tournament hosts France.
A timeline for Frans Steyn’s recovery from knee surgery has not been set as the Springboks also await updates on the injury status of Sharks duo Eben Etzebeth and Jaden Hendrikse.
Former Test referee Andre Watson says red cards should only be issued for highly dangerous and dirty play after a couple of recent controversial decisions in high-profile matches.
SA Rugby have confirmed that a key member of the Springboks’ coaching staff will be leaving the team for personal reasons after the 2023 World Cup in France.
The Springboks breathed a sigh of relief after an update on the injury to wing Cheslin Kolbe in the Top 14.