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Raymond Rhule

Injuries force former Bok Raymond Rhule into early retirement

Former Springbok winger Raymond Rhule has called time on his rugby-playing career after a lengthy injury layoff.

Frans Steyn and Duane Vermeulen

Springbok legends teaming up to help revive Cheetahs rugby

Frans Steyn is looking to enlist the help of former Springbok teammate Duane Vermeulen after he was named Cheetahs head coach last week.

Franco Smith

Franco Smith open to Wales coaching role amid reports of WRU interest

South African coach Franco Smith appears to have opened the door for the Wales coaching job after being linked to the role following Warren Gatland's departure.

Catha Jacobs

Bok Women boosted by return of Catha Jacobs and Lerato Makua

Springbok Women utility forwards Catha Jacobs and Lerato Makua will join their national teammates in Stellenbosch on Sunday for a week-long training camp at the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport.

Elrigh Louw

Rising Bok star Elrigh Louw goes under the knife, rehabilitation to follow

Bulls boss Jake White has confirmed that Springbok loose forward Elrigh Louw will finally start his rehabilitation for his knee injury following surgery on Tuesday.

Springboks win Rugby World Cup

World Rugby responds to criticism: 2027 World Cup draw moved to 2026

The 2027 Rugby World Cup draw will be held much closer to the tournament itself, after an early draw prior to the 2034 edition resulted in a lop-sided draw.

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