Ex-All Blacks ‘dumbfounded’ by NZ Rugby stance
Jeff Wilson and Mils Muliaina have slammed NZ Rugby’s refusal to fast-track the return of Japan-based stars into the national set-up.
Mo’unga bids Japan farewell
Richie Mo’unga has closed the chapter on his Japanese club career.
Barnes defends Benhard selection
Former England flyhalf Stuart Barnes has backed Steve Borthwick’s decision to call up South African centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg.
Ruben to feel All Blacks love?
Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw believes “top-class” Ruben Love is equipped to become the All Blacks’ first-choice flyhalf.
Inside Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
SA Rugby GM of operations Yusuf Jackson has detailed the immense logistical undertaking behind the All Blacks’ blockbuster tour of South Africa later this year.
Schalla: Roos earned another Bok shot
Former Springbok flank Schalk Burger believes Evan Roos has earned his place back in the national conversation after another powerful season for the Stormers.
Big Vic tips monster lock for Bok breakthrough year
Springbok legend Victor Matfield believes towering Northampton Saints lock JJ van der Mescht could emerge as Rassie Erasmus’ “big surprise package” of 2026.
JK: All Blacks will fake injury to pick Richie
Former All Blacks wing John Kirwan is convinced that Richie Mo’unga will face the Springboks later this year.
Mokuena: Benhard never in Bok picture
One of Benhard Janse van Rensburg’s former coaches believes his Test opportunity would probably never have come in South Africa.
SA-raised coach to help England unlock Boks
Byron McGuigan has been appointed to Steve Borthwick’s coaching staff on a full-time basis ahead of the inaugural Nations Championship.
