Alex Spink 18 Jul 2024 Wayne Barnes hails ‘trailblazer’ Hollie Davidson as history awaits in Springboks fixture Planet Rugby's Alex Spink gets the lowdown from Wayne Barnes on referee Hollie Davidson, who will make history in the Springboks v Portugal clash. Internationals
James While 18 Jul 2024 David Campese’s passionate plea after ‘stupid sh*thousery’ and how ‘evolving’ England can become ‘outstanding’ team Following the All Blacks v England, Wallabies v Wales and Springboks v Ireland series, legend David Campese brings us his takeaways from the action. Internationals
Jared Wright 18 Jul 2024 Nigel Owens: Ireland duo ‘very, very lucky’ to avoid more cards for Malcolm Marx clear-out Nigel Owens has weighed in on the actions of Caelan Doris and James Ryan. South Africa
David Skippers 17 Jul 2024 South African flyer believes they ‘can go all the way’ at the Olympic Games Blitzboks flyer Siviwe Soyizwapi is backing his team to return with a medal from the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris later this month. South Africa
Jared Wright 17 Jul 2024 Lukhanyo Am ‘can’t wait’ to tackle Springboks’ ‘evolving’ attacking structures Lukhanyo Am believes the Springboks will be a "dangerous" attacking team when Tony Brown's way clicks. South Africa
David Skippers 17 Jul 2024 Father of Springbok prodigy reveals Rassie Erasmus’ classy touch after crushing injury Rassie Erasmus has been praised for his role in the development of Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's career. South Africa
Jared Wright 17 Jul 2024 Springboks: Rassie Erasmus releases 16 players ahead of Portugal Test Rassie Erasmus has trimmed his squad ahead of the Test match against Portugal. South Africa
Jared Wright 17 Jul 2024 Springboks: Seven concerns Rassie Erasmus will want addressed against Portugal Rassie Erasmus' attention turns to a one-off Test against Portugal and the Rugby Championship. South Africa
Colin Newboult 17 Jul 2024 Springboks: Malcolm Marx receives surprise prognosis after leg break from ugly incident There is positive news on the injury front for the Springboks ahead of the Rugby Championship. South Africa
Jared Wright 16 Jul 2024 Rating every Ireland player from the Springboks series as ‘brilliant’ back-rower tops the charts Our Ireland player ratings over the two Tests against the Springboks. Ireland
Adam Kyriacou 16 Jul 2024 Springboks: Rassie Erasmus confirms FOUR fresh injuries including Malcolm Marx after croc roll incident The Springboks have been dealt a quadruple injury setback ahead of the Rugby Championship that includes a worrying update on Malcolm Marx. South Africa
Jared Wright 16 Jul 2024 Rating every Springboks player from Ireland series as ‘sensational’ forward shines alongside ‘freakish’ rookie Our Springboks player ratings from the drawn series with Ireland. South Africa
Jared Wright 16 Jul 2024 It’s in the genes! The Venters join the iconic list of 16 father-son Springboks The comprehensive list of father-son Springboks. South Africa
Lawrence Nolan 16 Jul 2024 Loose Pass: ‘Missed trick’ over stalemate series and referees’ ‘heartening’ move to ‘depower’ mauls Loose Pass delves into the major talking points in the sport this week. Loose Pass
Jared Wright 16 Jul 2024 Springboks selections winners and losers as ‘new Siya’ gets a chance, injuries rack up Our winners and losers from the Springboks squad selection to face Portugal. South Africa
Adam Kyriacou 16 Jul 2024 Springboks: Rassie Erasmus’ shock new captain as SEVEN players debut against Portugal The Springboks have named seven uncapped players in their matchday 23 for the fixture against Portugal, with Salmaan Moerat handed the captaincy. South Africa
Adam Kyriacou 15 Jul 2024 Springboks coach warns that ‘highly motivated’ Portugal will be ‘no pushovers’ Springboks assistant coach Deon Davids insists that Portugal will be "no pushovers" when they tackle the dangerous European side in Bloemfontein. South Africa
Colin Newboult 15 Jul 2024 World rankings: Late drama puts Springboks’ top spot under threat ahead of intriguing Rugby Championship The latest World Rugby rankings have been released. South Africa
Adam Kyriacou 15 Jul 2024 Springboks v Ireland: Winners and losers from ‘blockbuster’ series as ‘gamble pays off’ for Andy Farrell Following an epic two-Test series between the Springboks and Ireland that ended in a draw, we've picked out our winners and losers from the action. Internationals
Colin Newboult 15 Jul 2024 Who’s hot and who’s not: Ciaran Frawley’s heroics and new coaches delight while France have week from hell Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action. Who's hot and who's not
David Skippers 14 Jul 2024 Rassie Erasmus bolsters Springboks squad ahead of historic Test against Portugal The Springboks have added five players to their squad for Saturday's historic Test with Portugal in Bloemfontein. South Africa
David Skippers 14 Jul 2024 8 rookies whose stocks have risen during the July internationals including a baby-faced prop and some real attacking threats Planet Rugby takes a look at some of the newbies in the Test arena who have impressed for their countries during the July international series. Internationals
Adam Kyriacou 14 Jul 2024 ‘It’s a lovely story’ – ex-Springboks coach in philosophical mood after Ciaran Frawley drop kicks Ireland to victory Ex-Springboks head coach Nick Mallett was in a philosophical mood after Ireland's win in Durban, admitting it was a "lovely story" for Ciaran Frawley. South Africa
James While 14 Jul 2024 International Team of the Week: ‘Exquisite’ Beauden Barrett rewarded as Ireland and All Blacks dominate backline Here's your Planet Rugby Team of the Week after a gripping weekend. Internationals
Dylan Coetzee 14 Jul 2024 July Internationals: All fixtures including kick-off times and match officials for the upcoming week We collected all the fixtures for the upcoming week in one place for your convenience beginning with Tonga hosting Spain. Internationals
Adam Kyriacou 14 Jul 2024 Ireland legend trolls Springboks great with eight word post on X Former Ireland international back-row Stephen Ferris has stirred the pot. Ireland
David Skippers 14 Jul 2024 ‘Sublime to the ridiculous’ – Andy Farrell reflects on rollercoaster win over ‘magnificent’ Springboks Andy Farrell described Ireland's performance in Saturday's 25-24 triumph over the Springboks in Durban as being "the sublime to the ridiculous". Ireland
Dylan Coetzee 14 Jul 2024 10 of the week’s top performers including ‘sensational’ All Black veteran, Ireland hero and a Wallaby with a ‘new lease of life’ Since our ratings only covered All Blacks v England, Wallabies v Wales and Springboks v Ireland, our top 10 will be derived from those series. Internationals
David Skippers 14 Jul 2024 ‘I just don’t know, to be honest’ – Ciaran Frawley lost for words after match-winning heroics for Ireland Ireland's Ciaran Frawley was in a celebratory mood after his match-winning heroics for his country against the Springboks in Durban on Saturday. Ireland
Jared Wright 14 Jul 2024 Springboks: ‘Faf Lite’ to debut against Portugal, Siya Masuku snubbed – report Rassie Erasmus has already announced the squad internally. South Africa
