South African rugby union lock, Sharks stalwart, Springboks captaincy presence
The Springboks have sealed a 2-1 series lead after a superb second-half display in Maryland, defeating the All Blacks in front of a near-capacity crowd. New Zealand fought hard but were unable to overturn the deficit as South Africa’s forward dominance and late tries sealed the win.
Scotland has defeated Argentina 41-32 in a test at Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes, with seven tries securing the win after early adversity. The performance strengthens Scotland’s 2026 form as they head to Pretoria for a decisive clash with South Africa.
South Africa has extended its Nations Championship lead with a 42-28 win over Wales, featuring debuts for Vusi Moyo and Jaco Williams. Erasmus rotates the squad, aiming to build depth while maintaining dominance. Wales, despite changes, cannot break the bite of the Springbok pack.