Rugby News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumours
Fiji’s performance in the Rugby World Cup and in the warm up games have led to calls for Fiji and Japan to be incorporated into a tier one competition. In the case of Japan, it could be argued their performances in the pool stages have warranted a consideration of being included in the Rugby Championship. […] READ MORE
A tense Rugby Championship 2019 game in Wellington New Zealand produced a draw between the All Blacks and Springboks. The quality was a little questionable, but the intensity was incredible. New Zealand 16 South Africa 16 Scores: New Zealand – Try: Jack Goodhue Conversion: Beauden Barrett Penalties: Barrett and Richie Mo’unga 2. South Africa – Try: Herschel Jantjies; Conversion: Handre Pollard; Penalties: Pollard 3 […] READ MORE
The Springbok Rugby Championship win against the Wallabies in Johannesburg on Saturday was the bit of good news South African fans needed. Springbok Rugby Championship win There was a lot of emotion on display as this was the first Test played by the Springboks after the untimely death of Springbok James Small as well as […] READ MORE
After the group announcement was made on Tuesday last week, this will be the first full week of training for the All Blacks Rugby Championship squad. Days after the 2019 Super Rugby final has been decided, the countries rugby-mindset has now turned 100% onto the team’s goals ahead. Steve Hansen was the spokesperson last week, […] READ MORE
In news this week, the Rugby Championship 2019 Match Schedule has been released. SANZAAR confirmed that an abbreviated six-match series will see reduced fixtures; during this Rugby World Cup year. From the media release, it is reported that ‘The Rugby Championship is shortened to a three-round, six-match tournament from the traditional six-round, 12-match tournament with each […] READ MORE
Unless you have been smothered in the middle of a ruck, the rugby world has been enthralled by the conversation over the proposed World League of Rugby. It has saturated sports news, and especially social media. The reaction from administrations, stakeholders – which includes national organizations and the players – are all adding their voice […] READ MORE
On the occasion of Willie le Roux’s 50th Test, 50 000 spectators saw the Springboks fade in the last five minutes, conceding a 12 point lead to lose to the All Blacks. Watch out for our in-depth game analysis publishing soon. Springboks Fade in Final Minutes South Africa 30 New Zealand 32 Scorers: South Africa: Tries: […] READ MORE
Social Media has been alight with Springbok substitution conspiracy theories after their final minute loss to the All Blacks in Pretoria on Saturday. Springbok Substitution Conspiracy Theories South Africa 30 New Zealand 32 South Africa: Tries: Jessie Kriel, Damian de Allende, Cheslyn Kolbe Conversions: Handre Pollard (3) Penalties: Pollard (3) New Zealand: Tries: Aaron Smith, Reiko Ioane, Scott […] READ MORE
A crowd of 41 000 spectators witnessed the Springboks beat the Wallabies in their Rugby Championship match in Port Elizabeth on Saturday. Springboks Beat The Wallabies The scorers for both teams can be viewed here. A game of two halves The Springboks dominated the first half, yet seemed to take their foot off the pedal […] READ MORE
In their Rugby Championship game played in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, a near capacity crowd saw the the Springboks defeat Australia 23 points to 12. Springboks Defeat Australia The points scorers were as follows: South Africa 23 Australia 12 South Africa: Tries: Ampiwe Dyantyi, Faf de Klerk Conversions: Handre Pollard 2 Penalties: Pollard 3 Australia: Tries: Reece Hodge, Will Genia Conversion: Matt Toomua Embed […] READ MORE
Ryan is the Managing Editor at Last Word on Rugby and resides in Johannesburg, South Africa. He specializes in opinion pieces relating to International rugby, Super Rugby and domestic rugby in South Africa.
His career highlights include being granted media accreditation for the Rugby World Cup tournament.