RUGBY-CHAMPIONSHIP

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Boks preparing for Battle Royale against rejuvenated Wallabies

The Springboks are under no illusions as to the challenge that lies ahead of them when they kick off their Rugby Championship campaign against Australia at Loftus Versveld this weekend.

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Rassie confirms Handre Pollard won't be fit in time for Rugby Championship

South Africa's director of rugby Rassie Erasmus admits that Handre Pollard's knee injury is "a bit of a worry" as the World Cup approaches.

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Michael Hooper and James Slipper named as Wallabies captains

Michael Hooper and James Slipper have been named as co-captains of Australia ahead of the Rugby Championship and World Cup.

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Eddie Jones: Wallabies going 'hell for leather' at Rugby Championship

Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones believes winning the Rugby Championship is an important part of the team's journey to try and snatch the Rugby World Cup in France later this year.

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Jantjies' Springboks experience still valuable - Nienaber

Springboks coach Jacques Nienaber and director of rugby Rassie Erasmus have shared insight on the inclusion of Elton Jantjies in the 41-man squad currently in camp in Pretoria.

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Influential Wallaby could make long-awaited return against Springboks

Wallabies star prop Taniela Tupou is on track to make his return from injury against the Springboks in their Rugby Championship opener at Loftus Versfeld on July 8.