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Springbok Women prop Yonela Ngxingolo is set to reach a significant milestone this week when South Africa face Ireland in the opening Test of their WXV Global Series clash at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town on 24 October. Ngxingolo will earn her 50th Test cap for the Springbok Women, marking another important chapter in a career built on consistency, commitment and a strong team-first mentality. Nolusindiso "Cindy" Booi made history on 19 April 2025 as the first-ever Springbok Women's player to reach 50 Test caps, achieving the milestone during a match against Spain in Elche. Yonela Ngxingolo will become the second player in Springbok Women's history and the first prop to reach 50 Test caps on 24 October 2026 Her milestone comes at a time of change for the Springbok Women, with Sizophila Solontsi taking over the captaincy for the two-Test series against Ireland. Solontsi previously co-captained the side with Unam Tose against Italy, while Tose has been named vice-captain...

The Springbok Women will be looking to put their disappointing opening result behind them when they take on Italy in the WXV Global Series on Saturday. South Africa’s European campaign got off to a difficult start last weekend as they suffered a 50–19 defeat to Wales in Cardiff. The result was a tough one for a side that had shown encouraging form earlier in the year, but attention has quickly shifted to the next challenge. Saturday’s match gives South Africa an opportunity to respond on the field and show the character that has been a feature of their recent progress. The team had reached the quarter-finals of the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup for the first time and entered the WXV Global Series having recorded six wins from eight Tests in 2026. Italy will also enter the match with confidence after opening their campaign with a convincing 55–21 victory over Japan. Their squad includes a mixture of experienced players and newcomers, making them a difficult side for South Africa to overl...

The Springbok Women will begin their WXV Global Series campaign against Wales on Friday, 18 September, with both sides looking to make a strong start to the international competition. South Africa will take on Wales at Cardiff Arms Park, with kick-off scheduled for 20:15 South African time. The match will mark an important opportunity for the Springbok Women to build on their recent performances and continue developing their squad ahead of the next Women’s Rugby World Cup cycle. The Springbok Women head into the encounter after a challenging Test against New Zealand earlier this month. Despite suffering a defeat, South Africa showed attacking promise by scoring four tries and will look to carry that attacking intent into Friday’s contest. Captain Babalwa Latsha will lead the side from tighthead prop, while South Africa have made several changes to their backline as the coaching staff look to provide more players with starting opportunities and build squad depth. The starting XV include...

For the first time ever ,the Black Ferns known as the most dominant team in women’s rugby will play on South African soil.This is defined as being billed as the biggest test in the teams history.The massive showdown at FNB stadium is not a warm -up,it is the main event that will allow the springbok women to fight for recognition. © The Springbok Women do not arrive as underdogs hoping to learn.They arrive on a three-match winning streak,after beating the USA at Ellis Park and then beating Fiji twice 55-12 and 29-22 , with Maria Tshiremba scoring a hat-trick in the last test as a new comer. They have learned how to win away from home.The fixture comes at the end of a deliberate six-month preparation block designed to build depth. Since the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup earlier this season, head coaches Laurian Johannes-Haupt and Franzel September, who have continued as co-head coaches after Swys de Bruin stepped down, have taken the group through three international windows: a home series ag...

Stellenbosch, South Africa — The world’s best university rugby sevens players have descended at Stellenbosch for three days of high-speed rugby, international competition and university sporting excellence as the 2026 FISU World University Championship Rugby Sevens gets underway from 4 to 6 September. Hosted by University Sport South Africa and organised by Maties Sport at Stellenbosch University, the championship has brought together approximately 200 men and women representing 17 teams from 14 countries, with the iconic Danie Craven Stadium providing the stage for the international university rugby spectacle. Day one delivered an exciting mix of closely fought encounters and dominant performances, setting the tone for what promises to be a thrilling championship. Pool B results  The opening Pool B encounter between Ireland and Australia produced one of the closest contests of the day, with Ireland narrowly securing a 22-19 victory over the Australians. Ireland’s win gives them an...

Pure-Travel, the specialist sports and youth travel division of Tourvest Destination Management, showcased its commitment to world-class, athlete-focused travel by hosting four South African women athletes on an exclusive road trip experience to the Carling Black Label Cup final in Polokwane. Libbie Janse van Rensburg The curated journey included Bulls Daisies rugby players Vainah Ubisi, Libbie Janse van Rensburg, Chumisa Qawe, and Egoli Magic basketball star Lufuno Mutungutungu. For all four athletes, this marked their first-ever live football stadium experience — an opportunity made seamless and memorable through Pure-Travel’s meticulous design and premium travel support. Backed by 35 years of industry expertise, Pure-Travel specialises in delivering major sports event itineraries, athlete travel solutions, and youth programme logistics, all supported by Tourvest’s leading travel infrastructure. A PREMIUM ROAD EXPERIENCE FOR ATHLETES Travelling in comfort in branded GAC Motor vehicle...

The Springbok Women are no longer just outsiders in the global rugby conversation; they are becoming part of the story. From their first Test in 2004 to a historic Rugby World Cup quarter-final in 2025, this is a team that has clawed its way into the spotlight with resilience, pride, and a growing belief that they belong on the big stage. Babalwa Latsha  © Getty Images A JOURNEY OF FIRSTS When the Springbok Women first ran out against Wales in 2004, very few could have imagined that two decades later, they’d be making history in a Rugby World Cup quarter final. Their debut ended in a narrow 8-5 loss, but that was only the start of a stop-start journey that has since turned into steady progress. Their World Cup story began in 2006. Since then, they have had highs, like finishing 10th in both 2010 and 2014, and some painful lows, including a crushing 101-0 defeat to England back in 2005. But each setback became a stepping stone. The wins at the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup in 2019, 2023,...

The Bulls Daisies continue to assert their dominance in the Women’s Premier Division, firmly holding onto the top spot on the log with a four-point lead over the second-placed Sanlam Boland Dames. As two-time defending champions, the team is determined to secure a third consecutive title, making every match crucial in their journey. After a brief mid-season break, the Daisies return to action this weekend, preparing to face Border, the pride of the Eastern Cape and the 2020 Women’s Premier Division winners.  Springboks Women: 7s Fixtures The stakes are high as the Bulls Daisies gear up for the remainder of the season, and their coaching staff plays a pivotal role in ensuring continued success. Among them is newly appointed assistant coach, Bongiwe Nhleko, a former player turned mentor whose journey into coaching is as inspiring as it is impactful. Bongiwe Nhleko  © Gallo Images Nhleko is carving a path for women in rugby coaching, proving that passion, hard work, and resilienc...