‘Forwards will decide the outcome’

Bok coach Rassie Erasmus says his selections for this Friday’s clash with Italy are due to the expectation of a massive forward battle in Shizuoka.

Beast, Mbonambi in Bok team to face Italy

Beast Mtawarira and Bongi Mbonambi will both start for the Springboks in their crucial World Cup clash with Italy in Shizuoka on Friday.

RWC rewind: Ngwenya’s stunning try

On this day 12 years ago, USA wing Takudzwa Ngwenya produced a moment of magic as he outpaced Bok legend Bryan Habana.

Daily wrap: ‘Italy on par with ABs pack’

We take a look at what happened on Monday in Omaezaki as the Springboks build toward their next World Cup clash with Italy.

Highlights: Scotland vs Samoa

Highlights of Scotland’s one-sided 34-0 victory over Samoa in their Rugby World Cup Pool A encounter in Kobe on Monday.

Boks’ next best bet – bookies

There aren’t many punters ready to bet on New Zealand being stopped at the World Cup but local bookmakers suggest that the Springboks are the biggest threat to stop Kiwi domination.

Ireland slip, Wales rise in rankings

Ireland have dropped to fourth in the World Rugby rankings following their shock defeat by Japan, while Wales rose to second after their win over Australia.

Hansen: No point climbing into refs

Nearly every match of the World Cup has been marred by a dubious refereeing decision but coaches, pundits and fans should lay off the officials, says All Blacks coach Steve Hansen.

Recap: Your weekend in rugby

A look back at some of the biggest stories that happened in the world of rugby over the past weekend. Catch up with the news here.

World Cup teams (Round 3)

All the lineups from the third round of World Cup matches in Japan.