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Springbok core group sign until 2011

Springbok core group sign until 2011

The South African Rugby Union on Sunday confirmed the names of players contracted to be team's core group over the next two years.

Boks to host France at Newlands

SARU president Oregan Hoskins confirmed that the Springboks' Test against France would take place at Newlands as initially planned.

Grand Slam tour for Springboks

On Friday it was confirmed that the Springboks will play all four of the 'Home Unions' in November as part of their end-of-year tour.

Ruben Kruger passes away

South Africa's rugby community is in mourning after Ruben Kruger, a member of the 1995 World Cup-winning side, died of cancer on Wednesday.

Sevens Boks pick three new caps

Springbok Sevens coach Paul Treu has included three uncapped players in his squad for the Series legs in New Zealand and USA.

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