– Advertisement – Reigning world champions South Africa intend to remain a part of the Rugby Championship – Advertisement – “The southern hemisphere rugby powers have recognised the need for change in these difficult times and have committed to an international rugby future through to 2030,” SANZAAR said in a statement.SANZAAR chief executive Andy Marinos added: “The re-commitment by the four unions to the long-term future of the international game is an important start as we embark in a new direction. South Africa withdrew from this year’s Rugby Championship over player welfare concerns; the country’s Super Rugby franchises could joined an expanded PRO16 Last Updated: 04/11/20 7:44am