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Makazole Mapimpi

Humble Makazole Mapimpi plays down achievements despite growing legend

Makazole Mapimpi's try-scoring prowess once again came under the spotlight against Portugal on Saturday, but the humble winger was quick to play down his achievements.

Andre Esterhuizen

Portugal coach 'felt' for Andre Esterhuizen after 'unfortunate' red card

Portugal head coach Simon Mannix spoke proudly about his team's performance against the Springboks while also addressing Andre Esterhuizen's "unfortunate" red card.

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Mapimpi, Dixon and Venter share thoughts on Boks' win over Portugal

Debutant Ruan Venter, utility forward Ben-Jason Dixon and try-scoring machine Makazole Mapimpi shared mixed emotions after the Springboks recorded an emphatic 64-21 victory against Portugal.

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Report: S'bu Nkosi fails drug test, set for lengthy ban

Former Springbok S'bu Nkosi has reported testing positive for a banned substance.

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Rassie Erasmus ponders Bok selection process after Bloem try-fest

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus admitted his selection for the Rugby Championship would be difficult after seven debutants appeared in a commanding over Portugal in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

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Springboks and Portugal deliver tries aplenty in action-packed showdown

The Springboks overcame an early red card to beat an impressive Portugal side 64-21 in a highly entertaining debut clash between the two nations in Bloemfontein.

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