8 h. ago New Zealand survive scare against South Africa to progress to Women’s World Cup semi

New Zealand 46-17 South Africa: The Women’s Springboks impressed in Exeter but the class of the Black Ferns eventually told

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8 h. ago New Zealand blitz South Africa after break to reach World Cup semi

Quarter-final: New Zealand 46-17 South AfricaBlack Ferns score six tries in second-half rompIn New Zealand rugby the female of the species is currently deadlier then the male. South Africa’s women were always going to struggle to replicate the Springboks’ record-breaking result in Wellington a few hours earlier but, after a stuttering first half, the Black Ferns raised their game significantly in the second to secure their place in next weekend’s World Cup semi-finals.The scoreboard tells only half the story of a contest often as notable for collective South African power as belated Kiwi finesse. South Africa, smartly coached and packed with forward muscle, took their opponents on physically in virtually every area and, at 10-10 at half-time, had the Black Ferns genuinely rattled. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago New Zealand blitz South Africa after break to reach Women’s Rugby World Cup semis

Quarter-final: New Zealand 46-17 South AfricaBlack Ferns score six tries in second-half rompIn New Zealand rugby the female of the species is currently deadlier then the male. South Africa’s women were always going to struggle to replicate the Springboks’ record-breaking result in Wellington a few hours earlier but, after a stuttering first half, the Black Ferns raised their game significantly in the second to secure their place in next weekend’s World Cup semi-finals.The scoreboard tells only half the story of a contest often as notable for collective South African power as belated Kiwi finesse. South Africa, smartly coached and packed with forward muscle, took their opponents on physically in virtually every area and, at 10-10 at half-time, had the Black Ferns genuinely rattled. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago All Blacks humiliated by Springboks in Rugby Championship with heaviest ever defeat

South Africa thump New Zealand 43-10 in WellingtonTourists score 36 unanswered points in second halfThe All Blacks suffered their heaviest-ever Test defeat as South Africa beat New Zealand 43-10 in Wellington to revive their Rugby Championship campaign.Cheslin Kolbe scored a try in each half and Damian Willemse, Kwagga Smith, RG Snyman and André Esterhuizen also touched down at the end of ambitious and clinical attacks as South Africa ran in six tries to one. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago New Zealand vs South Africa live: Springboks dismantle All Blacks in record

New Zealand 10-43 South Africa: The world champions made a statement with a record thrashing of the All Blacks in Wellington

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17 h. ago New Zealand vs South Africa live: Springboks seek revenge on All Blacks in Rugby Championship

After defeat at Eden Park, can the world champions hit back in Wellington?

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3 d. ago The exciting new twist to New Zealand and South Africa’s historic rugby rivalry

As the two nations’ men’s and women’s sides prepare to meet on the same day, development behind the scenes suggests two great rivals are about to become even more familiar with one another

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5 d. ago Rassie Erasmus seeking ‘spark’ with major Springboks changes for All Blacks rematch

South Africa went down 24-17 to New Zealand in Auckland and head coach Erasmus has responded by ringing the changes to his starting line-up

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7 d. ago All Blacks survive brutal Springboks battle to seize control of Rugby Championship

New Zealand 24-17 South Africa: The All Blacks extended their unbeaten run at their Auckland stronghold to 51 matches as they held off the world champions

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7 d. ago New Zealand back to winning ways after holding off South Africa in Eden Park battle

All Blacks bounce back from shock defeat to Argentina with 24-17 winNew Zealand’s unbeaten run in Auckland extends to 51 matchesNew Zealand stayed firm at their Eden Park fortress to claim an attritional 24-17 win over South Africa in a heavyweight clash between the world’s top two rugby sides.Under pressure after conceding a first-ever defeat on Argentine soil against the Pumas two weeks ago, the All Blacks responded with a performance of grit and discipline to stretch their unbeaten run at their Auckland stronghold to 51 matches. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago New Zealand bounce back after holding off South Africa in Eden Park battle

All Blacks win 24-17 after shock defeat to ArgentinaNew Zealand’s unbeaten run in Auckland now 51 matchesNew Zealand stayed firm at their Eden Park fortress to claim an attritional 24-17 win over South Africa in a heavyweight clash between the world’s top two sides.Under pressure after conceding a first-ever defeat on Argentine soil against the Pumas two weeks ago, the All Blacks responded with a performance of grit and discipline to stretch their unbeaten run at their Auckland stronghold to 51 matches. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago New Zealand vs South Africa live: All Blacks survive Springboks battle to win crucial Rugby Championship clash

New Zealand 24-17 South Africa: The All Blacks held firm to extend their unbeaten run at Eden Park to 51 matches

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7 d. ago New Zealand vs South Africa live: Inspired All Blacks lead Springboks in crucial Rugby Championship clash

The two southern hemisphere heavyweights collide in a mammoth meeting at Eden Park

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7 d. ago New Zealand vs South Africa live: All Blacks and Springboks battle in crucial Rugby Championship clash

The two southern hemisphere heavyweights collide in a mammoth meeting at Eden Park

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1 week ago All Blacks turn to ‘The Professor’ ahead of Springboks showdown in Rugby Championship

Wayne Smith has been providing extra coaching support in New Zealand camp ahead of their clash with South Africa

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2 w. ago Women's Rugby World Cup 2025: New Zealand make early statement as Ireland and South Africa win

Day three of the Women's Rugby World Cup has seen the holders put their rivals on notice

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