Rugby World Cup 2027 Pools Set, As Draw Delivers Major Clashes

The road to Rugby World Cup 2027 officially took shape Tuesday, as World Rugby unveiled the full pool draw for the expanded 24-team tournament.

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Five Takeaways From The Springboks Win Over Italy In Turin

South Africa’s 32-14 victory over Italy in Turin was the type of performance that has come to define the world champions in the Rassie Erasmus era.

Nov 15

South Africa Overcomes Early Red Card To Power Past Italy In Turin

South Africa overcame an early red card and a prolonged Italian onslaught to claim a composed and deeply impressive 32-14 victory Saturday, extending the Springboks' reputation as the sport’s most ruthless closers.

Nov 15

Italy vs. South Africa Rugby Kickoff Time, Lineups

World No. 1 South Africa Rugby continues its Autumn Internationals tour with a stop in Turin, facing 10th-ranked Italy at Allianz Stadium.

Nov 14

Italy vs. Australia Rugby Kickoff Time, Lineups

Italy welcomes Australia to Bluenergy Stadium in Udine for an Autumn Internationals clash that will test two developing sides eager to build confidence before 2026.

Nov 7

5 Things To Know: Australia vs. Italy Rugby 2025 In Rome

Italy and Australia face off in the Autumn Nations Series this Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.

Nov 6

All Blacks Reclaim World Rugby No. 1 Ranking, Springboks Slip To Third

New Zealand has leapfrogged South Africa and Ireland to take the No. 1 spot in the World Rugby Rankings following the opening round of The Rugby Championship.

Aug 18

Springboks Overcome Red Card Drama To Shutout Italy 45-0

The South Africa Springboks roared back against Italy at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium after a bit of a letdown a week ago at Loftus Verfeld.

Jul 12

Springboks Player Ratings From 45-0 Masterclass Against Italy In Gqeberha

Rassie Erasmus’ Springboks delivered a statement performance with a 45-0 demolition of Italy at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha.

Jul 12

South Africa Springboks Vs. Italy Squads, Kickoff Time

In what truly was the tale of two halves, the Springboks defeated Italy last week, in a first test between the two teams, but South Africa did not get away unscathed.

Jul 12

How To Watch South Africa Springboks Vs. Italy

The South Africa Springboks once again will host Italy on July 12 for the second of two summer test matches against the Azzurri, this time at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.

Jul 11

Key Points For Every Team In Week 4 Of The 2025 July Rugby Internationals

The decks are loaded, series are on the line and, more importantly, key ranking points that will go a long way towards the 2027 Rugby World Cup seeding are up for grabs.

Jul 11

World Rugby Rankings 2025: Springboks Lead, Wales Drop After Japan Loss

After the first week of summer internationals, South Africa Springboks remain at No. 1 in the World Rugby Rankings following a 42-24 win over Italy.

Jul 10

Rassie Erasmus Rings The Changes As Willie Le Roux Makes 100th Appearance

Veteran fullback Willie le Roux will earn his 100th test cap for South Africa on Saturday, leading a reshaped Springboks team brimming with fresh faces and World Cup winners into battle against Italy in the second match of the Castle Lager Incoming Series at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.

Jul 8

Shock Upsets, Historic Surges Lead To Shake Up In World Rugby Rankings

Welsh Rugby’s woes deepened this weekend as the team slipped to an all-time low of 14th in the World Rugby Rankings following a 24-19 loss to Japan in Tokyo.

Jul 7