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Stick: Bok future on show in Bloem
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick said the clash against Portugal is part of the project to build squad depth for South Africa’s World Cup three-peat bid in 2027.
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick said the clash against Portugal is part of the project to build squad depth for South Africa’s World Cup three-peat bid in 2027.
An All Blacks side featuring six players on debut cut loose against Fiji with seven tries to win their one-off Test in San Diego on Saturday.
David Campese has launched a passionate plea for players to take responsibility for indulging in career-ending tactics, following Malcolm Marx’s scare in the July internationals.
The historic clash against Portugal won’t provide Rassie Erasmus with any insight for the 2024 Rugby Championship, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Inside centre Tomas Appleton will lead emerging nation Portugal in a first-ever Test against the world champion Springboks in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Follow the live action as the Springboks clash with Portugal in Bloemfontein.
Former referee Nigel Owens says Ireland forwards Caelan Doris and James Ryan are fortunate not to face a harsher punishment for their clear-out on Bok star Malcolm Marx.
Jan-Hendrik Wessels said the step-up to Test level will be big, but the young front-ranker is thrilled about making his Springbok debut against Portugal in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Portugal captain Tomas Appleton and fullback Manuel Cardoso Pinto are relishing the “dream” opportunity of facing the Boks on Saturday.
The All Blacks make 11 changes to face Fiji in San Diego on Friday, with Beauden Barrett at fullback, a debut for centre Billy Proctor and five uncapped players on the bench.