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Wednesday, Aug 14

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Springbok starters respond to disrespect jibes ahead of Wallabies

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Rassie Erasmus' decision to make ten changes to his starting South Africa side to play Australia on Saturday is not a decision that has been universally well-received.

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How a 2011 lesson has fired up the Tony Brown-inspired Springboks

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Physically dominating opponents and canny use of its bomb squad of forward replacements remain at the heart of South Africa’s tactical plan, but the team is now showing an ability to deliver eye-catching new moves – as showcased last…

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Springboks dismiss concerns over squad rotation

The Springboks don’t believe they are giving up any quality by fielding a rotated team to face Australia in round two of the Rugby Championship. World Cup-winner Marco van Staden shot down suggestions that the 10 changes to the Springbok…

Rassie Erasmus puts Springboks’ No 1 ranking on the line with ‘B’ team selection

The Springboks could lose their No 1 World Rugby ranking against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Saturday, 17 August.

Springboks: Another injury added to the list

Impressive Springbok newcomer Ben-Jason Dixon is the latest player to be sidelined with an injury, but it's hoped he won't be out for long.

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Springbok veteran’s career takes another hit

Injury-plagued Test lock Lood de Jager has revealed he won't feature for the Springboks this year.

The Springboks prediction Bryan Habana has made about Eben Etzebeth

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It was Tuesday when Rassie Erasmus unveiled a much-rotated Rugby Championship XV, making 10 changes for this Saturday’s second-round encounter with Australia in Perth.

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Confirmed: Who will sing SA anthem before Springbok Test in Perth

As the Springboks head into their second Rugby Championship Test, it has been confirmed who will be singing the SA anthem before kick off.

Erasmus: Springbok changes not 'disrespectful' to Australia

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South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus says making 10 line-up changes for a rematch with the Australian team his side thrashed in their Rugby Championship opener is not "disrespectful".

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Rassie reveals mantra Springboks live by

Rassie Erasmus surprised many by making such wholesale changes to the Springbok team, but the coach has zero doubts about the decision.

Ex-Wallaby on whether modern-day Springboks are greatest team ever

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Former Wallaby Morgan Turinui has questioned whether any other side “throughout history could beat this team.”

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Springboks v Australia: Squad, Kick-off time and predictions

The Springboks will battle Australia once again in their second Castle Lager Rugby Championship on Saturday morning.

The best Springboks team of all time?

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The Between Two Posts crew debate whether the class of 2024 is the best Springboks team of all time.

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'Disarray': Champion Springboks coach torches Australia

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World Cup-winning coach Jake White has torched Rugby Australia for systemic failures that could lead to a Wallabies "humiliation."

Ex-England lock reacts to Springboks’ ‘inventive’ lineout vs Wallabies

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Wallabies assistant coach Geoff Parling has praised the Springboks for their “innovative” approach to the set-piece.

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Wallaby compares world champion Springboks to New Zealand teams

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Wallabies centre Len Ikitau doesn’t “see that much of a difference” in the way the world champion Springboks play compared to rugby teams based in New Zealand.

Tuesday, Aug 13

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Eben Etzebeth to TIE Bryan Habana as second most-capped Springbok

Eben Etzebeth should tie Bryan Habana as the second-most capped Springbok of all time against Australia on Saturday, 17 August.

Springboks’ record under Saturday’s referee Paul Williams: It’s not bad

A look at the Springboks' Test record with New Zealand referee Paul Williams in charge. Spoiler alert: It's not THAT bad ...

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Rassie Erasmus explains picking Salmaan Moerat as Springboks captain

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It will be the second time that the 26-year-old will lead his country having also captained them against Portugal in a one-off Test in Bloemfontein last month.

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Springboks ring changes for second Rugby Championship clash with Australia

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Lock Salmaan Moerat is named South Africa skipper as Rassie Erasmus makes ten changes for the fixture in Perth