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October 7, 2019
Live commentary: Springboks v Canada from Kobe

Join us for live updates as it happens in the Springboks' fourth and final Pool B match at the Rugby World Cup, against Canada from Kobe, Japan.

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Springboks ring the changes in four-day turnaround

The Springboks have made 13 changes to their starting XV for Tuesday’s match against Canada in Kobe to manage the four-day turnaround between their final two Rugby World Cup pool matches.

Try-scorer Coe gets first RWC start for Canada

Andrew Coe, the only Canada player to have scored a try at Rugby World Cup 2019, has been named in the starting XV to face South Africa on Tuesday in the Canucks' penultimate Pool B game.

Erasmus: Boks have eyes firmly on QF qualification

Rassie Erasmus, South Africa’s director of rugby, said the Springboks have planned for the short turnaround between their last two Rugby World Cup pool games and that the match against Canada is just as important as their first three in Japan.

Facts and Stats: Springboks v Canada in Kobe

Canada have been playing international rugby since 1932 and have competed in every Rugby World Cup tournament since 1987.

Cheetah-cheer in Bloem as Southern Kings rue missed chances

Toyota Cheetahs Guinness PRO14 captain Ruan Pienaar enjoyed his side’s massive 63-26 win over his old club Ulster on Saturday, but the Isuzu Southern Kings coach Robbie Kempson rued missed opportunities in their 31-20 defeat against Munster.

Philip Snyman announces his retirement from rugby

Springbok Sevens captain Philip Snyman has announced his retirement from all rugby following a career-ending back injury.

Springboks outclass Canada to book RWC quarter-final spot

The Springboks produced an effective all-round performance in their final Rugby World Cup pool match against Canada at the Kobe Misaki Stadium in Kobe City on Tuesday for a rewarding 66-7 victory and a place in the quarter-finals of the international showpiece.

Ten-try Springboks turn their attention to QF rivals

Rassie Erasmus and his coaching team will hit the analysis suite hard in the next two days while the players recharge their batteries after completing a 10-try rout of a brave Canada side to confirm a place in the Rugby World Cup last eight.

Video: Boks score 10 try in RWC rout of Canada

Cobus Reinach got a hat-trick and Elton Jantjies converted eight of the Springboks' 10 tries in their 66-7 win over Canada in their final RWC Pool B game in Kobe on Tuesday.

Springbok Women's Sevens keen to make their mark in Tunisia

The Springbok Women's Sevens will arrive in Tunisia tomorrow for the Rugby Africa Women's Sevens tournament knowing that they can overcome an important hurdle on their way back to the HSBC World Rugby Women's Sevens Series with a top two finish.

Springboks ring the changes in four-day turnaround

The Springboks have made 13 changes to their starting XV for Tuesday’s match against Canada in Kobe to manage the four-day turnaround between their final two Rugby World Cup pool matches.

Philip Snyman announces his retirement from rugby

Springbok Sevens captain Philip Snyman has announced his retirement from all rugby following a career-ending back injury.

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SA Rugby welcomes Hyundai as Junior and Youth Week sponsor

SA Rugby is proud to announce a landmark four-year partnership agreement with Hyundai Automotive South Africa, the popular automotive brand, as the new official vehicle of South Africa’s junior national teams and the FNB Youth Week rugby tournaments.

 
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Partner News

SA Rugby renews and extends Spur partnership

SA Rugby and Spur have renewed their partnership for the next four years, with the famous South African restaurant group extending their sponsorship to not only include the Springboks, but also the women’s, junior and sevens teams in green and gold.

 
April 29, 2025

Obituary

SA Rugby pays tribute to Norman Mbiko (1945-2025)

SA Rugby mourns the passing of Norman Mbiko, the last captain of the African Springboks and a former head coach of the Blitzboks, who passed away in the early hours of Tuesday morning at the age of 79 after a long illness.

 
April 22, 2025

Obituary

Tribute to Gys Pitzer (1939-2025)

SA Rugby mourns the passing of former Springbok hooker Gys Pitzer, who left an indelible mark on South African rugby with his dedication, skill, and passion for the game.

 
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