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SOUTH AFRICA’S RUMOURED LEAP INTO THE SIX NATIONS HAS HIT A SERIOUS SNAG, PUTTING THE BRAKES ON ANY IMMEDIATE PLANS FOR THE RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP KINGS TO SWITCH HEMISPHERES. RUCK’s Autumn

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AND GOLD Despite whispers that the 2023 Rugby World Cup winners were eyeing a spot in Europe’s most prestigious rugby tournament, South African outlet _Rapport_ has revealed the talks have

fallen apart. “There have been discussions for the Boks to play in the Six Nations, but that’s not going to happen anymore – or at least not before 2030 or even after,” a source reportedly

told the publication. THE CVC ROADBLOCK The major hurdle? An apparent breakdown in negotiations with CVC Capital Partners. The private equity giants hold a hefty stake in the Six Nations,

following their £365 million injection back in 2021. Without their green light, South Africa’s entry is off the cards. STICKING TO THE SOUTH For now, it seems the Springboks will remain

anchored in the Rugby Championship alongside New Zealand, Australia, and Argentina. EYES ON THE USA? In a twist, SA Rugby might be looking west. Reports suggest talks are underway with

American company Ackerley Partners for a potential investment, hinting at strategic moves to bolster their financial standing. The dream of Six Nations rugby for the Springboks isn’t

dead—but it’s definitely on ice. 2025 SIX NATIONS FIXTURES ROUND 1 * FRIDAY 31 JANUARY * France vs Wales – 8.15pm * SATURDAY 1 FEBRUARY * Scotland vs Italy – 2.15pm * Ireland vs England –

4.45pm ROUND 2 * SATURDAY 8 FEBRUARY * Italy vs Wales – 2.15pm * England vs France – 4.45pm * SUNDAY 9 FEBRUARY * Scotland vs Ireland – 3pm ROUND 3 * SATURDAY 22 FEBRUARY * Wales vs Ireland

– 2.15pm * England vs Scotland – 4.45pm * SUNDAY 23 FEBRUARY * Italy vs France – 3pm ROUND 4 * SATURDAY 8 MARCH * Ireland vs France – 2.15pm * Scotland vs Wales – 4.45pm * SUNDAY 9 MARCH *

England vs Italy – 3pm ROUND 5 * SATURDAY 15 MARCH * Italy vs Ireland – 2.15pm * Wales vs England – 4.45pm * France vs Scotland – 8pm AI PREDICTS THE NEXT 20 SIX NATIONS WINNERS, SCOTLAND

FINALLY WIN IT Groundbreaking AI technology has unveiled its jaw-dropping forecasts for the next two decades of Six Nations glory, and the results are nothing short of mind-blowing.

According to the cutting-edge predictions, England is poised to clinch victory in a staggering five out of the next 20 tournaments, while Scotland is primed for a historic triumph, marking

their first title since their Five Nations conquest in 1999. However, the road ahead seems daunting for Wales, as the AI oracle forecasts a prolonged wait until 2041 for their next taste of

Six Nations glory. Meanwhile, traditional powerhouses such as England, Ireland, and France are slated to dominate the competition, casting a shadow over Welsh aspirations. Check out the next

20 Six Nations winner’s below. 2025: France 2026: Ireland 2027: England 2028: England 2029: Scotland 2030: France 2031: Ireland 2032: England 2033: Ireland 2034: France 2035: Ireland 2036:

England 2037: Scotland 2038: France 2039: Ireland 2040: England 2041: Wales 2042: France 2043: Ireland QUIZ: CAN YOU NAME EVERY BRITISH & IRISH LIONS CAPTAIN SINCE 2001?