As part of the WXV Global Series, the Springbok Women will host Ireland in the first-ever Test series between the two proud nations in Cape Town in October.

Springbok loose forward Jean-Luc du Preez has firmly dismissed reports in France suggesting he is on the verge of retirement due to ongoing concussion-related issues.

Bulls fullback Willie le Roux has heaped praise on attack coach Niel de Bruin and head coach Johann Ackerman for revitalising the Bulls' attack.

Former Springboks coach Nick Mallett believes Stormers scrum-half Imad Khan has done enough with his recent performances to emerge as a surprise contender for national selection.

The Springboks have called up Adre Smith to the national squad as further cover for lock for the Barbarians and the SA 'A' team's clash against Zimbabwe in Gqeberha on Saturday.

Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard has urged his teammates to use the lessons they have learned from a tough 2025-26 United Rugby Championship season when they take on Leinster in the final on 19 June.

Players running out for the South Africa 'A' against Zimbabwe will forever be tied to the Republic unless they have parents or grandparents born in another nation.

Stormers director of rugby John Dobson has confirmed that the Cape Town side will not sign veteran Argentina lock Tomas Lavanini, and will instead back home-grown talent.

Faf de Klerk says his passion for representing the Springboks remains as strong as ever after earning a recall to the national setup following his return to South African rugby with the Cheetahs.