SA Rugby have announced that current coach Jacques Nienaber will step down from his duties with the Springboks upon the conclusion of the upcoming 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones believes that playing in Europe has its benefits but that the slower pace of the game could hamper the Springboks later this year.
SA Rugby's head of athletic performance Andy Edwards believes the Springboks will hit their straps at the right time and are on course to defend their title as world champions in France later this year.
World Rugby is considering adopting 'orange cards' for the World Cup, according to the governing body's head of match officials.
Springbok RG Snyman is part of Munster's 31-man traveling squad that departed for South Africa ahead of the two final URC rounds of the regular season.
Rassie Erasmus has confirmed he is looking into bringing Welsh referee Nigel Owens into the Springbok setup for the World Cup in September.