WATCH | The Last Word on Rugby: Springbok season begins as Bulls chase URC glory in massive rugby weekend

Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: June 18, 2026Country: South Africa

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WATCH | The Last Word on Rugby: Springbok season begins as Bulls chase URC glory in massive rugby weekend

The 2026 international rugby season kicks off this weekend with the Springboks facing the Barbarians in Gqeberha, preceded by a curtain-raiser between SA 'A' and Zimbabwe. The Bulls take on Leinster in Dublin for the United Rugby Championship final, aiming for their first title after previous final defeats. The panel of The Last Word on Rugby discusses surprise selections, particularly at flyhalf.

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