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South Africa hooker Malcolm Marx returns to the Springboks squad ahead of their match against Wales in Durban, urging continued improvement despite a 10-game winning streak.

Aimee Barrett-Theron, a pioneering South African rugby referee, has stepped down from officiating to focus on treatment following a cancer diagnosis.

South Africa withstood a determined Scotland challenge to win 42-28 in a ten-try thriller at Loftus Versfeld Stadium. The Springboks' mixed performance included standout and underwhelming individual displays.

Springboks skipper expressed pride in his team's performance following a victory over Scotland, highlighting the strong contribution of less experienced players.

South Africa is in mourning after the sudden deaths of footballer Jayden Adams and rugby player Luqobo Makwedini, a dual loss to the nation's sports community.

A young South African rugby talent has died in France at the age of 20, leaving family and teammates in shock just days after his return from abroad.

Former South African Under-18 prop Luqobo 'Bibo' Makwedini has died at age 20 after collapsing following a training session with French club AS Béziers Hérault, according to reports.

New Zealand wing Will Jordan scored a hat-trick against Italy to become the All Blacks' all-time leading try-scorer with 50 tries in 56 Tests.

France staged a second-half surge to defeat Australia 42-26 in Brisbane, with Aaron Grandidier Nkanang scoring two tries on debut.

Will Jordan became New Zealand's record try-scorer with a hat-trick in the All Blacks' 47-17 win over Italy during the Nations Championship.

Will Jordan scored a hat-trick, including his 50th international try, as New Zealand defeated Italy 47-17 in the Nations Championship. The performance marked a record milestone for the All Blacks fullback.

New Zealand defeated France 34-32 in a nine-try thriller in Christchurch to open the inaugural Nations Championship in dramatic fashion.

Cheslin Kolbe is poised to earn his 50th cap for South Africa in the upcoming Test against England at Ellis Park, marking a major career milestone.

South Africa prop Ox Nché acknowledges England's set-piece strength ahead of Saturday's clash, while England coach Kevin Sinfield says his team is ready for the altitude challenge in Johannesburg.

Uncapped lock Riley Norton will miss up to 10 weeks due to injury, while coach Rassie Erasmus emphasizes experience ahead of South Africa's clash with England.