Garces to referee final

Referee Jerome Garces will become the first Frenchman to take charge of a Rugby World Cup final after being appointed to officiate in Saturday’s clash between the Springboks and England.

Catrakilis ruled out for three weeks

The Southern Kings were dealt a massive blow when they lost their kingpin and flyhalf Demetri Catrakilis to injury during Saturday’s PRO14 defeat at the hands of Italian side Benetton.

Rassie: We’ll have to match their intensity

Bok coach Rassie Erasmus on what he expects from England and Eddie Jones in the final while also responding to claims that his team plays ‘boring’ rugby.

‘England must be prepared for anything’

England defence coach John Mitchell says he expects the Springboks to be more direct than the All Blacks in the World Cup final on Saturday.

Cape Town to host Sevens World Cup

Cape Town has been named as the host city for the 2022 Rugby World Cup Sevens.

Watch: Bok coach’s journey

Check out this Instagram video from Bok Rugby showcasing Rassie Erasmus’ journey from player to coach and the lessons learned along the way.

SABC to broadcast RWC final

The South African Broadcasting Corporation has confirmed that it will broadcast the 2019 Rugby World Cup final between the Springboks and England in Yokohama on Saturday.

Erasmus: Expansive game won’t win World Cup

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says he feels his side will have to grind out a result against England in the World Cup final on Saturday.

Barnes: Boks should consider Louw for final

Former England flyhalf Stuart Barnes says the Springboks will need to bring Francois Louw into their starting lineup for the World Cup final on Saturday.

Jones: Rassie is a cunning coach

Eddie Jones says that while England are expecting a physical onslaught from the Boks, they are also prepared for an unexpected approach during Saturday’s World Cup final.