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Springboks to kick off new-look 2026 season with Barbarians clash in Gqeberha

The Springboks' full 2026 Test schedule has been confirmed, with the world champions set to kick off the season against the Barbarians in Gqeberha on Saturday, 20 June.

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Junior Boks draw key positives from emphatic win over Georgia

The Junior Springboks sent an early statement ahead of their 2026 campaign with a commanding 35-0 victory over Georgia Under-20 in Tbilisi on Sunday, powered by a dominant set piece and resolute defence.

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Nelson Mandela Bay in line to host Springboks' season opener vs Barbarians

The Springboks are eyeing a return to a familiar coastal venue for their final tune-up ahead of the start of the 2026 season.

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Bok Women finish strong in SVNS 2 showdown in Nairobi

The Springbok Women's Sevens finished the opening tournament of HSBC SVNS 2 in second place on the log after winning both their matches on Sunday.

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Super Rugby Pacific CEO not interested in bringing South African teams back

Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley says there is no incentive to try get South African teams back into the competition because their games did not receive good television ratings.

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Former Bok coach Jacques Nienaber facing criticism over Ireland's struggles

Former Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has once again found himself in the firing line over Ireland's current woes, despite having no involvement in the national team.

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