
Argentina ready to play anywhere amid Rugby Champs turmoil
Argentina coach Mario Ledesma says Los Pumas are keen to play the remainder of their Rugby Championship Tests, no matter where in the world the tournament is held.
Argentina coach Mario Ledesma says Los Pumas are keen to play the remainder of their Rugby Championship Tests, no matter where in the world the tournament is held.
New Zealand-born Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has launched a scathing response to New Zealand Rugby’s decision to pull out of the third Bledisloe Cup Test and planned Rugby Championship schedule.
The RFU has confirmed its interest in hosting Rugby Championship Tests at Twickenham following the implementation of lockdown restrictions in New Zealand and Australia.
Sanzaar is still exploring the option of the Rugby Championship proceeding in Australia, but there are increasing signs it could be moved to the northern hemisphere.
Coach Mario Ledesma has made several changes to the Argentina starting lineup for their second match of the 2021 Rugby Championship against the Springboks in Gqeberha on Saturday.
Both South Africa and surprise venues in Europe have been reportedly touted as alternative options for hosting Rugby Championship matches following renewed Covid-19 concerns in Australia and New Zealand.
With renewed Covid-19 concerns in Australia and New Zealand – and South Africa and Europe emerging as possible hosts – where should the rest of the Rugby Championship be played?
With the away leg of the Boks’ Rugby Championship campaign looming large, a reader’s poll has backed South Africa to add to their vast trophy collection with a fifth title.
Victory against Argentina in Port Elizabeth on Saturday will see the Springboks match a record unbeaten run in the Rugby Championship.
Fresh doubts have been cast over Rugby Championship matches, including those involving the Springboks, being able to take place in Perth due to renewed Covid-19 concerns.