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Rugby Championship awards: Springboks’ Rassie Erasmus ‘innovation’, an ‘all-time’ Pablo Matera shift and THAT ‘f***ing amazing’ interview
Dylan Coetzee 29 Sep 2024

Rugby Championship awards: Springboks’ Rassie Erasmus ‘innovation’, an ‘all-time’ Pablo Matera shift and THAT ‘f***ing amazing’ interview

Planet Rugby awards for the 2024 Rugby Championship.

Rugby Championship
Eben Etzebeth hails Springboks team-mates for ‘unbelievable performance’ in milestone match
David Skippers 29 Sep 2024

Eben Etzebeth hails Springboks team-mates for ‘unbelievable performance’ in milestone match

Eben Etzebeth hailed his team-mates after they won the Rugby Championship title by beating Argentina in the match in which he became the most capped Springboks Test player.

South Africa
‘You need to check your information because that’s a lie’ – Felipe Contepomi storms out of press conference after heated exchange with South African journalist
Adam Kyriacou 29 Sep 2024

‘You need to check your information because that’s a lie’ – Felipe Contepomi storms out of press conference after heated exchange with South African journalist

Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi was upset with a journalist's question following their 48-7 Rugby Championship defeat to the Springboks.

Argentina
All Blacks: Scott Robertson reveals NRL interest in rookie with ‘natural ability’
David Skippers 29 Sep 2024

All Blacks: Scott Robertson reveals NRL interest in rookie with ‘natural ability’

All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has revealed that one of the rising stars of the New Zealand rugby is wanted in rugby league circles.

New Zealand
Rugby Championship Team of the Week: A Springbok ‘icon’ celebrated while Will Jordan foreshadowed his quality as Test full-back
Dylan Coetzee 29 Sep 2024

Rugby Championship Team of the Week: A Springbok ‘icon’ celebrated while Will Jordan foreshadowed his quality as Test full-back

Our Team of the Week for the final round of the Rugby Championship.

Rugby Championship
‘We’ve wanted to win this trophy for a long time’ – Siya Kolisi on Springboks’ Rugby Championship triumph
David Skippers 29 Sep 2024

‘We’ve wanted to win this trophy for a long time’ – Siya Kolisi on Springboks’ Rugby Championship triumph

Siya Kolisi emphasised how important it was for the Springboks to win the Rugby Championship after their triumph over Argentina in Mbombela on Saturday.

South Africa
Springboks v Argentina: Five takeaways as Boks provide the ‘fireworks’ for ‘Eben Etzebeth’s party’ to clinch the Rugby Championship
James While 28 Sep 2024

Springboks v Argentina: Five takeaways as Boks provide the ‘fireworks’ for ‘Eben Etzebeth’s party’ to clinch the Rugby Championship

Our five takeways as the Springboks clinched the Rugby Championship title with a 48-7 victory over Argentina.

Rugby Championship
Argentina player ratings: ‘Classy’ Tomas Albornoz best of a bad bunch in huge defeat to Springboks
David Skippers 28 Sep 2024

Argentina player ratings: ‘Classy’ Tomas Albornoz best of a bad bunch in huge defeat to Springboks

Argentina's player ratings after their 48-7 loss to South Africa at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit on Saturday.

Argentina
Springboks crowned 2024 Rugby Championship winners for the first time since 2019
Jared Wright 28 Sep 2024

Springboks crowned 2024 Rugby Championship winners for the first time since 2019

For the first time since 2019, the Springboks have won the Rugby Championship.

South Africa
Springboks player ratings: ‘Brilliant Boks’ blow Argentina off the park as ‘liberated’ Libbok, ‘fabulous Fassi’ and ‘stunning’ Du Toit steal the show
Jared Wright 28 Sep 2024

Springboks player ratings: ‘Brilliant Boks’ blow Argentina off the park as ‘liberated’ Libbok, ‘fabulous Fassi’ and ‘stunning’ Du Toit steal the show

Our Springboks player ratings from the clash against Argentina in Nelspruit.

South Africa
Springboks exact revenge over Argentina in thumping victory to seal Rugby Championship title in style
Adam Kyriacou 28 Sep 2024

Springboks exact revenge over Argentina in thumping victory to seal Rugby Championship title in style

The Springboks were rampant as they claimed their first Rugby Championship title since 2019 thanks to an impressive 48-7 victory over Argentina.

Rugby Championship
Scott Robertson outlines ‘humble’ Wallace Sititi Test future with potential position outlined
Louis Chapman Coombe 28 Sep 2024

Scott Robertson outlines ‘humble’ Wallace Sititi Test future with potential position outlined

Razor was full of praise for breakthrough star Wallace Sititi.

New Zealand
All Blacks: Scott Robertson ‘proud’ to end Wellington curse but highlights there’s ‘a lot more in us’
Louis Chapman Coombe 28 Sep 2024

All Blacks: Scott Robertson ‘proud’ to end Wellington curse but highlights there’s ‘a lot more in us’

Scott Robertson knows there's more to come from his side after ending the Wellington curse.

New Zealand
Wallabies captain Harry Wilson outlines ‘need to win’ following ‘tough’ ending to Rugby Championship campaign
Louis Chapman Coombe 28 Sep 2024

Wallabies captain Harry Wilson outlines ‘need to win’ following ‘tough’ ending to Rugby Championship campaign

Harry Wilson has detailed his side "need to win" soon.

Australia
Beauden Barrett in emotional tribute to ‘hell of a leader’ Sam Cane who put himself ‘in dark places’
Colin Newboult 28 Sep 2024

Beauden Barrett in emotional tribute to ‘hell of a leader’ Sam Cane who put himself ‘in dark places’

Sam Cane has received plenty of plaudits after becoming the 13th All Black to reach the 100 cap mark.

New Zealand
Joe Schmidt laments ‘frustrating’ aspect of Wallabies’ play which proved crucial in loss to All Blacks
David Skippers 28 Sep 2024

Joe Schmidt laments ‘frustrating’ aspect of Wallabies’ play which proved crucial in loss to All Blacks

Wallabies boss Joe Schmidt has lamented a "frustrating" aspect of his team's play which proved crucial in Saturday's 33-13 loss to the All Blacks in Wellington.

Australia
All Blacks v Wallabies: Five takeaways from a ‘breathless’ Bledisloe as Wellington rises to bid farewell to legendary duo
James While 28 Sep 2024

All Blacks v Wallabies: Five takeaways from a ‘breathless’ Bledisloe as Wellington rises to bid farewell to legendary duo

Our five takeaways as the All Blacks claimed a 33-13 victory over the Wallabies in Wellington.

Rugby Championship
Sam Cane feels ‘really lucky’ after All Blacks milestone and hails ‘special’ next-gen
Jared Wright 28 Sep 2024

Sam Cane feels ‘really lucky’ after All Blacks milestone and hails ‘special’ next-gen

Sam Cane spoke glowingly about the Wellington crowd and the next generation of All Blacks.

New Zealand
All Blacks player ratings: ‘Effortless’ Beauden Barrett settles fly-half debate as Scott Robertson’s ‘find of the season’ stars once again
Colin Newboult 28 Sep 2024

All Blacks player ratings: ‘Effortless’ Beauden Barrett settles fly-half debate as Scott Robertson’s ‘find of the season’ stars once again

All Blacks player ratings following their 33-13 triumph over the Wallabies in the Rugby Championship.

New Zealand
Wallabies player ratings: ‘Exceptional’ back-row once again lead the way in ‘brave defeat’
Louis Chapman Coombe 28 Sep 2024

Wallabies player ratings: ‘Exceptional’ back-row once again lead the way in ‘brave defeat’

Here are our Wallabies player ratings from their defeat in Wellington.

Australia
All Blacks finally end winless Wellington run and ease final quarter woes with an impressive victory over Wallabies
David Skippers 28 Sep 2024

All Blacks finally end winless Wellington run and ease final quarter woes with an impressive victory over Wallabies

New Zealand proved too strong for Australia in their Rugby Championship clash as they claimed a 33-13 triumph in Wellington on Saturday.

Rugby Championship
Ex-Springboks coach hails ‘clever killer’ Eben Etzebeth ahead of milestone match
David Skippers 28 Sep 2024

Ex-Springboks coach hails ‘clever killer’ Eben Etzebeth ahead of milestone match

Swys de Bruin has sung the praises of Eben Etzebeth as he is set to become South Africa's most capped player at international level.

South Africa
Carlos Spencer’s verdict on All Blacks fly-half shirt and Damian McKenzie’s ‘lack of direction’
Colin Newboult 28 Sep 2024

Carlos Spencer’s verdict on All Blacks fly-half shirt and Damian McKenzie’s ‘lack of direction’

Carlos Spencer has weighed into the All Blacks fly-half debate.

New Zealand
Siya Kolisi’s takeaways from his Springboks coaches’ box stint and his verdict on making the move permanent
Jared Wright 27 Sep 2024

Siya Kolisi’s takeaways from his Springboks coaches’ box stint and his verdict on making the move permanent

Siya Kolisi believes that his experience of being the Springboks coaching box against Argentina will be beneficial

South Africa
Springboks coach takes a dig at Australia over uncontested scrums debacle as Argentina didn’t try ‘anything funny’
Jared Wright 27 Sep 2024

Springboks coach takes a dig at Australia over uncontested scrums debacle as Argentina didn’t try ‘anything funny’

Mzwandile Stick has hit out at Australia for the uncontested scrums debacle.

South Africa
Siya Kolisi: ‘Manie Libbok is my general’ and the ‘most important guy’ in the Springboks team
Jared Wright 27 Sep 2024

Siya Kolisi: ‘Manie Libbok is my general’ and the ‘most important guy’ in the Springboks team

Siya Kolisi and Mzwandile Stick fiercely defended Manie Libbok.

South Africa
Siya Kolisi: Springboks driven to celebrate ‘enforcer’ Eben Etzbeth’s milestone as title ‘would mean so much more to him’
David Skippers 27 Sep 2024

Siya Kolisi: Springboks driven to celebrate ‘enforcer’ Eben Etzbeth’s milestone as title ‘would mean so much more to him’

Siya Kolisi said the Springboks are driven to win the Rugby Championship title for Eben Etzebeth who is set to become the Boks' most capped player.

South Africa
World rankings: Why Springboks cannot reclaim top spot as Argentina eye 16-year high, All Blacks face equal all-time low
Jared Wright 27 Sep 2024

World rankings: Why Springboks cannot reclaim top spot as Argentina eye 16-year high, All Blacks face equal all-time low

Why South Africa cannot reclaim top spot in the world rankings as we take a look at the weekend's permutations.

International
Jean de Villiers ‘concerned’ as Springboks legend ‘puts a question mark’ alongside new defensive system
Colin Newboult 27 Sep 2024

Jean de Villiers ‘concerned’ as Springboks legend ‘puts a question mark’ alongside new defensive system

Jean de Villiers discusses the Springboks’ defensive issues having seen them concede four tries in the defeat to Argentina.

South Africa
Springboks: Malcolm Marx pinpoints key area of improvement needed against ‘difficult to contain’ Argentina
David Skippers 27 Sep 2024

Springboks: Malcolm Marx pinpoints key area of improvement needed against ‘difficult to contain’ Argentina

Malcolm Marx has highlighted a key facet of play which the Springboks must improve in to beat Argentina in Nelspruit on Saturday.

South Africa
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14 Oct 2024
Bath, Harlequins and Bristol Bears

Premiership power rankings: Saracens slump as ‘magnificent’ Bristol and ‘imperious’ Bath benefit from Derby Weekend performances

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Dan Biggar opens up on ‘fiery’ Owen Farrell, following Jonny Wilkinson, England’s ‘restrictions’ and a night ‘on the smash’ with Usain Bolt

10 Oct 2024

Test Rugby

Blues number eight Hoskins Sotutu and All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan.

All Blacks legend convinced about Hoskins Sotutu’s Test future after Sir John Kirwan raises England concerns

15 Oct 2024
Former Wasps and England prop Will Green, and Red Rose legend Steve Thompson and Phil Vickery (inset).

Murky details emerge about lawyer at centre of lawsuit against World Rugby as ex-England player claims he was pressured to lie about dementia

15 Oct 2024
Wales captain Dafydd Jenkins at training.

Wales star to miss ALL of Autumn Nations Series as ‘horrible’ period takes fresh blow

15 Oct 2024
Argentina star Pablo Matera charges forward with the ball.

Pablo Matera learns his fate after receiving red card in Rugby Championship clash

15 Oct 2024
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Springboks’ $75m private equity deal ‘on verge of collapse’ after dissent from top provincial unions

15 Oct 2024

Champions Cup

Wales captain Dafydd Jenkins at training.

Wales star to miss ALL of Autumn Nations Series as ‘horrible’ period takes fresh blow

15 Oct 2024
England hooker Jamie George and an insert of ex-Saracens fly-half Owen Farrell

‘Sarries wouldn’t have won anything if Owen Farrell wasn’t playing’ – Jamie George

03 Oct 2024
France and Toulouse scrum-half Antoine Dupont with the Champions Cup trophy

Antoine Dupont takes his insane trophy haul to 30 awards

24 Sep 2024
Steve Diamond

Newcastle’s ‘most achievable thing’ as Steve Diamond sets ‘big ask’ target after bleak season

16 Sep 2024
James Ramm

Northampton Saints star outlines Champions Cup as ‘next step’ following semi-final berth last season

04 Sep 2024

Facts & Stats

Red Roses

England break all-time rankings record bettering the All Blacks and Springboks after unprecedented winning record

14 Oct 2024
Zach Mercer, Will Evans and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso

Premiership stats leaders: ‘Devastating’ English international, Borthwick’s ‘forgotten man’ and back-rower pushing for Test call-up

09 Oct 2024
Springboks Aphele Fassi and Jesse Kriel with an insert of head coach Rassie Erasmus.

The ‘stark evidence’ which shows Rassie Erasmus’ Bok evolution as Springboks dominate Rugby Championship stats

01 Oct 2024
Split with Will Jordan and Cheslin Kolbe.

Cheslin Kolbe dominates Rugby Championship stat while several All Blacks lead the way despite Springboks’ triumph

01 Oct 2024
Eben Etzebeth, Rassie Erasmus and Santiago Chocobares.

Rugby Championship awards: Springboks’ Rassie Erasmus ‘innovation’, an ‘all-time’ Pablo Matera shift and THAT ‘f***ing amazing’ interview

29 Sep 2024

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