Edwill told himself he wouldn’t be a one-cap Springbok: ‘I’m very grateful’
The winger will join Makazole Mapimpi and Willie le Roux in the back three on Saturday, a duo he spoke of with high praise.
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South Africa's Aimee Barrett-Theron to referee opening match of Women's RWC 2025
The opening match of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 between hosts England and the USA will be officiated by South Africa's Aimee Barrett-Theron.
Read MoreSiya Kolisi misses third game in a row: Rassie says he’ll hopefully return next week
Siya Kolisi's stiff neck and minor Achilles injury have kept him out since the start of the international season, but he should return against Georgia.
Read MoreBok boss Rassie Erasmus admits he misunderstood Willie le Roux at Stormers
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus was happy to be proven wrong about 'Assist King' Willie le Roux.
Read MoreCenturions: Willie le Roux joins Bok royalty with 100th Test cap
Springbok magician Willie le Roux will join a list of legendary players when he runs on to the field to face Italy in his 100th Test on Saturday.
Read MoreSpringboks refocus in Gqeberha with work to do ahead of Italy rematch
Springboks flanker Kwagga Smith says the Boks are eager to sharpen their performance after an imperfect 42‑24 win over Italy at Loftus Versfeld.
Read MoreJunior Boks call up Alzeadon Felix as they prepare for Scotland
The Junior Springboks have called up Alzeadon Felix as an injury replacement for Siya Ndlozi as they set their sights on their final pool match in the World Rugby U20 Championship on Wednesday.
Read MoreWillie le Roux to earn 100th cap as Moerat leads new-look Boks against Italy
Willie le Roux will become just the eighth Springbok to reach a century of Test caps when he runs out against Italy in Gqeberha on Saturday.
Read MoreBulls secure Springbok lock duo ahead of new season
The Bulls have confirmed the signings of Springbok locks Marvin Orie and Nico Janse van Rensburg, bolstering their second-row stocks ahead of a demanding domestic and international calendar.
Read MoreWorld Rankings: Springboks still No 1, but All Blacks close the gap
The Springboks remain in top spot in the World Rugby rankings following the weekend's action but the All Blacks have managed to close the gap.
Read MoreMan of the Match Morne van den Berg wants more form Boks
Morne van den Berg admitted he had mixed emotions after being awarded the Man of the Match accolade in the wake of the Springboks' win over Italy.
Read MoreJunior Boks beat England at U20 Championship
The South Africans have now won two out of two in Italy.
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