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Six Nations talking points: England at a crossroads, Ireland are back
ESPN's main talking points after the third round of the Six Nations.
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Rugby
ESPN launches 'Jesse in Japan', feat. Springboks star Kriel
Springboks and Yokohama Canon Eagles star Jesse Kriel opens a window into life, rugby and routine in Japan in ESPN Africa's new digital series.
Rugby
'That's a big call': World Rugby boss rejects rugby league assessment
World Rugby chairman Brett Robinson has rejected suggestions the sport is slowly morphing into rugby league, but he admits there is plenty to discuss when the shape of game conference takes place later this month.
United Rugby Championship
'National icon' Siya Kolisi returns to Stormers from Sharks
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi will return to the Stormers in 2026, the Cape Town-based team confirmed.
Rugby
Boks' Etzebeth - Eye gouge 'never intentional' but 'deserves' ban
South Africa forward Eben Etzebeth has broken his silence in the wake of his 12-week suspension for an eye gouge against Wales, saying he never intended to hurt Alex Mann, or even go near his face with his hand.
Rugby
Bok-filled Japan Rugby League One to air on ESPN Africa
ESPN has announced that the 2025-26 season of Japan Rugby League One (JRLO) will air on their channels in Africa, as well as on Disney+ in South Africa, showcasing many world-famous Springboks.
Rugby
Etzebeth's eye gouge was bad... But this guy had an axe in his kit bag!
Eben Etzebeth was handed a 12-week ban for sticking his thumb into the eye of Alex Mann during South Africa's 73-0 win over Wales, but it was far from the worst ban handed out in the history of rugby union.
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Rugby World Cup
Eben Etzebeth: South Africa lock banned for 12 weeks for eye gouge
South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has been banned for 12 weeks for his eye gouge against Wales on Saturday.
Rugby
Rugby World Cup draw: Pool-by-pool analysis as All Blacks-Wallabies headlines
The 2027 Rugby World Cup draw took place on Wednesday. Here's how it impacts, England, Australia, New Zealand and much more.
Rugby
Rugby World Cup draw: England to face Wales in 2027 pool stage
England and Wales will meet in the 2027 Rugby World Cup pool stage, with Tonga and Zimbabwe making up the remainder of Group F.
Rugby
2027 Rugby World Cup draw
Take a look at the six pools for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
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South Africa
Rugby World Cup
Springboks' Pool B opponents for 2027 Rugby World Cup confirmed
South Africa have been drawn in Pool B for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.
Rugby
Rugby World Cup draw: England to face Wales, Australia vs. New Zealand - as it happened
Follow ESPN's live updates of the draw for the 2027 Rugby World Cup and discover who the likes of England, Ireland, South Africa and New Zealand will face in Pool play.
Rugby World Cup
RWC 2027 Draw: everything you need to know
An expanded 2027 Rugby World Cup means more teams and more excitement, but how does it all work?
Rugby
2027 Rugby World Cup draw: How to watch, time
The Rugby World Cup draw is set to take place on Wednesday. Here's how to follow along.
Rugby
Eben Etzebeth red card mars South Africa rout over Wales
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus said replacement lock forward Eben Etzebeth deserved his late red card for gouging Alex Mann.
The Rugby Championship
South Africa run through Wales in record defeat
South Africa end 2025 in style annihilating Wales 73-0, their biggest-ever defeat at the Principality Stadium.
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Rugby
Wales 0-73 South Africa: Springboks perform demolition job in Cardiff
Wales suffered a record 73-0 thumping to South Africa as Welsh rugby ended a miserable year with further humiliation in Cardiff.
Rugby
R360 league delays launch until 2028, cites need for more time
R360, the proposed breakaway league that was meant to revolutionise club rugby, has delayed its launch until 2028.
Rugby
Wales vs South Africa: How to watch, kick-off time, latest news
Wales host South Africa in the final international rugby clash of the year on Saturday.Here is everything you need to know.
Rugby
Springboks make nine changes for final tour Test vs Wales
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has made nine changes from the side that beat Ireland in Dublin, due in large part to the Test being played outside the international window and players having to return to their clubs.
Rugby
Springboks look to close out tour unbeaten with win over Wales
The Springboks seek to end arguably their most dominant year ever on a high as they visit Wales at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on Saturday, aiming to make it five wins in five on this European tour.
Rugby
England's Maro Itoje, Tom Curry named in World Rugby Team of the Year
England forwards Maro Itoje and Tom Curry have been named in World Rugby's Team of the Year, which is dominated by South Africa.
South Africa
Rugby World Cup
Springboks take absence of multiple first-choice stars in their stride
Springboks scrum coach Daan Human has said he did not believe in the "favourites" tag.
Rugby
Overreactions: England are Six Nations favourites? Ireland in a rut?
It was the final big weekend of international rugby this year which saw England maintain their winning run and South Africa topple Ireland.
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