Ardie Savea, the World Rugby Player of the Year, has signed a oneseason contract with the Kobe Steelers in Japan’s rugby league. He will still play for New Zealand’s All Blacks. Savea’s move is part of a trend that sees several All Black and South African team players relocating to Japan. The Kobe Steelers are excited about Savea’s addition, as he is a role model and a fierce competitor.
The Rugby Championship match between the Springboks and All Blacks promises to be a thrilling encounter as two of the sport’s titans vie for victory. With a kickoff time of 09:05 (SA time), fans from both nations eagerly anticipate the showdown.
The South African Rugby community was left heartbroken upon hearing the news of Harry Etzebeth’s passing after a long battle with cancer. Harry was the father of Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth. As the team prepared for their clash against the All Blacks, the decision of whether Eben would participate in the game or return home rested solely in his hands.
