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Wales down Samoa to keep Cup hopes alives

Wales came from behind to edge Samoa 17-10 in a bruising contest to claim their first win over the Pacific islanders in three World Cup meetings.

Wales on pre-world cup high after downing Pumas

Wales on pre-world cup high after downing Pumas

Wales cruised past Argentina with a 28-13 victory at the Millennium Stadium in their final warm-up test ahead of the world cup.

All Blacks romp to grand slam win over Wales

New Zealand completed their November tour in style on Saturday by defeating Wales 37-25 to record their third grand slam.

Boks dig deep to beat Wales 29-25

World champions South Africa spoiled a sizzling debut from teenage winger George North to beat Wales 29-25 in a pulsating Test on Saturday.

Wales needs backline to spark against Boks

Stephen Jones and Mike Phillips are under pressure to spark Wales’ back division as Warren Gatland’s side look for only its second victory over SA.

Wales can’t be saved

The Springbok squad, with sterling performances from fringe players, looks too strong for this weekend’s opposition

Boks repel late challenge to defeat Wales

World champions South Africa edged Wales 34-31 on Saturday with an under-strength side at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff.

All Blacks roll on as Wales upsets Australia

On Saturday, the All Blacks completed their third Grand Slam of the home unions with their biggest win over England at Twickenham, by 32-6.

Going beyond the jersey

There was a moment ahead of last week’s Test against Wales when South African rugby supporters held their breath.

Boks withstand late Welsh charge

World champions South Africa withstood a late onslaught to beat Wales 20-15 in their opening autumn international at the Millennium Stadium.

As clear as mud

The Millennium Stadium in Cardiff is a white elephant. It is a constant reminder of the fact that rugby administrators can get into trouble.

Bakkies back in Bok mix

Bakkies Botha has been included in the Springbok starting line-up for the world champions’ Test against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday.

Boks scrap to 37-21 win over Wales

Centre Jean de Villiers scored two tries as South Africa scrapped their way to a 37-21 victory over Wales in the second Test on Saturday.

Boks have sights set on Tri-Nations

Springbok coach Peter de Villiers has rolled out the heavy artillery for Saturday’s second Test against Wales.

Bok coach expects Welsh improvement

Springbok coach Peter de Villiers said he expected Wales to bounce back from their first Test mauling by the South Africans and produce an improved performance in the second Test…

Boks overwhelm Wales 43-17

World champions South Africa beat off-colour Six Nations winners Wales 43-17 in the first Test in Bloemfontein on Saturday to hand Springboks coach Peter de Villiers a winning…

Clash of the champions

The Springboks kick off the beginning of a new era on Saturday by hosting Wales in a Test match at Bloemfontein’s Vodacom Park.

Bok coach kicks off with new-look team

World champions South Africa suffered a major setback ahead of the first of two Tests against Wales on Saturday.