Test Rugby

Folau to make Test rugby return

Three years after playing his final Test for the Wallabies, Israel Folau will make his return to international rugby in July’s Pacific Nations Cup.

Nienaber: We picked Morne for the big kick

Jacques Nienaber explains why the Springbok selectors decided to pick Morne Steyn for the series-deciding Test match against the British & Irish Lions last year.

Willemse: France the ‘best team in the world’

France lock Paul Willemse says he does not regret giving up his dream of playing for South Africa and that he is looking forward to facing the Springboks during the November Test window.

All Blacks to welcome back player of the year

There was positive news on the injury front for the All Blacks this week, with experienced lock Brodie Retallick set to play his first game in eight weeks for the Chiefs.

GQEBERHA, SOUTH AFRICA - AUGUST 14: Jaden Hendrikse of South Africa during the Castle Lager Rugby Championship match between South Africa and Argentina at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on August 14, 2021 in Gqeberha, South Africa.

Hendrikse, Moerat to get Bok chance

Jaden Hendrikse and Salmaan Moerat are set to be included in the Springbok squad for the upcoming Test series against Wales in July.

Quiz! How well do you know your Bok coaches?

How’s your knowledge of the current Springbok coaching staff? Take the SARugbymag.co.za test now and find out!

North: Wales relish underdogs tag

George North is confident Wales can do to the Springboks in the upcoming three-Test series in July as Italy did to them in the historic final round Six Nations upset. DYLAN JACK reports.

CARDIFF, WALES - MARCH 19: Wales' Head Coach Wayne Pivac during the Six Nations Rugby match between Wales and Italy at Principality Stadium on March 19, 2022 in Cardiff, United Kingdom.

Wales coach under pressure as Boks loom after Italy loss

Wales coach Wayne Pivac understands he is in a job “where everybody is watching your every move” as he prepares for the three-Test series against the world champion Springboks following a dispiriting defeat by Italy.

Kolisi: SA spirit, mental prep key to Lions series victory

In this excerpt from ‘Two Sides’, the 2021 British & Irish Lions series documentary, captain Siya Kolisi reveals the doubt that shadowed the Springboks leading up to the Test series.

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA - JUNE 2: Bryan Habana of South Africa dives for his 2nd try during the second test match between South Africa and England held at Loftus Versfeld stadium on June 2, 2007 in Pretoria, South Africa. (Photo by Duif du Toit/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

Watch: The best of flyin’ Bryan

Bryan Habana is known as one of the fastest rugby players to ever play the game. This World Rugby compilation showcases some of his best work in a Springbok jersey.