The Rugby Punt-it

The Springbok Women are closing out their WXV campaign and wrapping up an absolutely massive season with two games against Ireland at Athlone Stadium on 24 and 31 October. It’s been two decades since the one and only previous game these teams played against each other, so I think it’s safe to say we’ve been looking forward to this one. That previous game took place at the 2006 R...

With the Boks preparing to head North for the final leg of the Nations Championship, all eyes will soon turn to Rassie and the squad he selects for the November tour. With fixtures against Italy, France and Ireland, followed by a final match at Twickenham, there is plenty at stake. But with the 2027 Rugby World Cup now less than a year away, November could also present an opport...

With the Springboks preparing for their final four Tests of 2026, Rassie faces an interesting dilemma. Does he send his strongest possible squad North in pursuit of the Nations Championship title, or does he take the opportunity to give some of his most important players a much-needed break? It's a question that will undoubtedly divide supporters, particularly with France and Ir...

The Springboks are heading North for the second half of the Nations Championship, and while South African supporters will undoubtedly have their sights set on another trophy, there is a very real possibility that the Boks won't feature in the final. Not because they aren't good enough, but because the road to Twickenham is arguably a much tougher one for Rassie and his men than ...