South Africa out to inspire new generation in World Cup final against All Blacks
South Africa have been urged to inspire the next generation of Siya Kolisis by claiming World Cup bragging rights in rugby’s greatest rivalry.
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Five standout matches of the Rugby World Cup in France
Reigning champions South Africa take on fellow three-time winners New Zealand in Saturday’s Rugby World Cup final.
RFU ‘deeply disappointed’ as World Rugby closes case against Mbongeni Mbonambi
World Rugby’s decision to close its investigation into the alleged racist slur directed at Tom Curry by Mbongeni Mbonambi due to insufficient evidence has drawn a furious response from the Rugby Football Union.
Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against Lesotho gets new date
A new date has been fixed for Nigeria’s Super Eagles 2026 FIFA World Cup match day one Group C qualifier against Lesotho.
Tom Curry in England’s starting line-up to face Argentina
Tom Curry starts England’s World Cup bronze final against Argentina despite receiving online abuse in response to the allegation that he was the victim of a racist slur against South Africa.
Rugby World Cup to be expanded to 24 teams in 2027
The next World Cup will be expanded to 24 teams as part of a new global calendar approved by World Rugby’s council.
World Rugby investigating alleged racist abuse directed at England’s Tom Curry
World Rugby has opened an investigation into the alleged racist slur directed at England flanker Tom Curry by South Africa hooker Mbongeni Mbonambi in Saturday’s World Cup semi-final.
Jean Kleyn: RWC final with South Africa ‘outside realm of thinking’ months ago
Former Ireland international Jean Kleyn acknowledges being on the verge of becoming a world champion with his native South Africa was “outside the realm of thinking” just months ago.