A South African team spokesman refutes coach Peter de Villiers claim that Hamilton is too boring a place to stay.

The No 12 spot is the LA Airport of rugby positions, where no one wants to be, writes Chris Rattue.

First five-eighths Stephen Donald and centre Ma'a Nonu will form a new midfield partnership. (+ photos, video)

Outspoken South African rugby coach Peter de Villiers believes his team are being targeted by referees because of their world No 1 status.

The Springboks heeded the advice of former Aussie fullback Chris Latham by avoiding Hamilton - to escape the boredom.

Four tries might be what the ABs need to stay in the Tri-Nations hunt but they won’t go chasing them, says Graham Henry.

The Wallabies stunned the Springboks in Brisbane last night to give the All Blacks a slim ray of hope in the Tri-Nations.

The Springboks' defeat in Brisbane means the Tri-Nations title is still up for grabs.

Whichever way you dice it, Colin Slade's inclusion in the All Black squad is unusual, one that rates with the selection of Isaia Toeava in 2005 as one of the more exotic choices by the panel.

Former All Blacks coach John Mitchell has ruffled Australian feathers after helping motivate the Springboks against the Wallabies.

Former Springboks coach Nick Mallett will guide a Barbarians side already taking on an ominous appearance for their match against All Blacks in December.