In 2018, Springbok speedster Aphiwe Dyantyi arrived on the Test scene with a bang. He was named World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year, capping off a memorable season. Check out this profile of the try-scoring machine from Johannesburg.
Partner News
SA Rugby and Vodacom expand decades long partnershipSA Rugby and Vodacom have expanded their partnership, which dates back to 1995, with a historic new sponsorship deal as the first and exclusive official telecommunications partner to all the national teams and competitions.
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Boks expecting physical encounter against AustraliaSpringbok prop Ox Nche and fullback Aphelele Fassi are expecting a physical encounter against the Wallabies in Saturday’s Castle Lager Rugby Championship opener at Ellis Park, but they stressed that the key for the Boks was to stick to their structures as they attempt to kickstart the competition on a strong note.
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Kriel excited to face Aussies in Rugby Champs openerSpringbok centre Jesse Kriel said he was excited about facing the Wallabies in their opening round of the Castle Lager Rugby Championship at Ellis Park on Saturday after an intense two-week conditioning camp.
Team announcement
Strong Bok team named for Rugby Champs openerSpringbok coach Rassie Erasmus named a strong team for the side’s opening Castle Lager Rugby Championship match against Australia at Ellis Park on Saturday, with the matchday squad featuring 18 Rugby World Cup winners and only one player who made his Test debut during the Castle Lager Incoming Series.
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Boks ready to shift into Rugby Championship modeSpringbok coach Rassie Erasmus was confident that his team were ready to transition into Test mode after a productive two-week conditioning camp in Johannesburg in preparation for the Castle Lager Rugby Championship.