Boks to get RWC title defence under way against Scotland

The Springboks will begin their World Cup title defence against Scotland on 10 September 2023 after the match schedule was announced on Friday.

More rest days, bigger squads for 2023 RWC

The 2023 World Cup in France will feature increased rest periods for all teams, while permitted squad sizes will be increased to 33 players.

Tributes pour in for Dan Carter

Tributes are pouring in from across the rugby world for All Blacks great Dan Carter, who announced his retirement on Saturday.

Player welfare concerns key to World Cup overhaul plans

Under reported pressure from unions to address player welfare, the board of Rugby World Cup Ltd has formulated plans to change the competition’s structure for the next 2023 World Cup in France.

Bok watch: A closer look at RWC forwards

In the second article of a three-part series, CRAIG LEWIS looks back at the Springboks’ match-day squad from the World Cup final and provides an update on each member of the forward pack.

Mitchell agrees new contract with RFU

John Mitchell has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract extension to stay on as England’s defence coach until the end of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

Interested nations begin World Cup host journey

The process to determine future hosts of the men’s and women’s World Cup has officially kicked off with the start of the dialogue phase.

Kolbe reflects on iconic try, side-stepping Owen Farrell

Cheslin Kolbe recalls his journey to Springbok greatness and what was running through his head in the lead-up to his game-winning try in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final.

Australia wants to host ‘mini World Cup’

Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan would like Australia to host a ‘mini World Cup’ in July.

Bok Women stepping up World Cup prep

The Springbok Women shifted to a higher gear in their preparations for the 2021 World Cup with a training camp in Stellenbosch this week.