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Fighting New Zealand look to avenge close loss in Rugby World Cup final by beating South Africa in cricket

.South Africa's cricket team is inspired to unite the country through sport, as seen with the Springboks' Rugby World Cup win. Recent political and social controversies, plus the pandemic, have brought the team closer. They have a connection and are in a great space, having dealt with controversy over the…

Semi-finalists are in a good place after Steve Borthwick's rejuvenation in France, but there remains much ground to be made up

The 34-year-old is expected to continue his career in Japan.

The team received a rapturous welcome in Johannesburg on Tuesday.

Wales coach Gatland headed up the composite team for the three previous tours but won’t lead them to Australia in 2025

How the Springboks made it back-to-back triumphs on the biggest stage

Gatland has led the Lions for the past three series but has ruled himself out of the tour to Australia

The 2027 showpiece will not break new ground so making the US a rugby hotbed in 2031 is now an unlikely mission

World rugby champions South Africa have arrived back in the country to a heroes’ welcome following a feat that saw them defend their title after beating New Zealand 11-12 in France

Rugby Australia chief executive Phil Waugh says they have reached a ‘sensible’ agreement after accepting Jones’ resignation.