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The sport’s governing body, the Rugby Football Union and South Africa have all added fuel to the debate’s fire

The Springboks believe they have sufficient cover for returning scrum-half Faf de Klerk despite naming a 7-1 bench split for New Zealand showdown

Steve Borthwick, meanwhile, has described World Rugby’s decision as ‘deeply disappointing’

Siya Kolisi is adored by Springboks fans while Sam Cane battles for affection from the All Blacks faithful but both skippers have the same goal in Paris on Saturday

England’s Tom Curry alleged South Africa hooker Mbonambi had racially abused him during Saturday’s World Cup semi-final.

Eben Etzebeth and Ardie Savea also feature on a four-player shortlist

“Two Rugby players and a weightlifter have been hospitalised after suffering injuries during sports events as part of the National Games in Goa,” a health official said on October 26. State Sports Minister Govind Gaude on October 26 paid a visit to the three players, interacted with them and assured…

Pollard replaces Manie Libbok at fly half and Faf de Klerk returns at scrum half for the crunch clash against the All Blacks in Paris

RFU has said it is ‘deeply disappointed’ there will not be a hearing by an independent disciplinary panel into Tom Curry’s claim of racial abuse