Boks call up Am to replace injured Mapimpi in Rugby World Cup squad
The Springboks have called up centre Lukhanyo Am into their Rugby World Cup squad to replace injured wing Makazole Mapimpi.
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Hybrid role has been eye-opener for new Springbok captain Esterhuizen
Sept 26 : South Africa centre Andre Esterhuizen has a greater appreciation for the work of the forwards as he embraces a hybrid role that has made him an invaluable asset for coach Rassie Erasmus ahead of next year's Rugby World Cup.
Springboks make 13 changes for Australia test in Perth
Sept 22 : South Africa have made 13 changes to their starting XV for the one-off test against Australia in Perth on Sunday, including a return to flyhalf for double World Cup winner Handre Pollard.
Springboks could try forward experiment against Australia
SYDNEY, Sept 22 : South Africa have selected a much-changed side for their one-off test against Australia in Perth on Sunday with coach Rassie Erasmus suggesting he may have another trick up his sleeve when it comes to his forwards.
South Africa cap series victory over New Zealand with Baltimore win
World champions South Africa beat New Zealand for a third successive weekend to win the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series 3-1 as they took the win in the last of the four Tests on Saturday.
Springboks beat All Blacks again to clinch tour series
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept 12 : World champions South Africa beat New Zealand for a third successive weekend to win the “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry” series 3-1 as they took the last of four tests 43-28 on Saturday.
Springboks make two changes to starting XV for final New Zealand test
Sept 7 : South Africa have made two changes to their starting XV for the fourth and final test against New Zealand in Baltimore, United States, on Saturday as they look to claim the self-styled Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series against their old foes.
Springboks go 2-1 up in series after edging New Zealand
JOHANNESBURG, Sept 5 : South Africa edged another ferocious and bruising clash against New Zealand to win the third test 29-24 on Saturday and go 2-1 up in the four-test series dubbed "Rugby's Greatest Rivalry".
All Blacks make three pack changes for Soweto Test as centurion Taylor is dropped
New Zealand announced three changes to their starting line-up for the third Test against South Africa at FNB Stadium on Saturday, including dropping experienced hooker Codie Taylor.