NZ site gives Boks no chance

A top New Zealand website has given the Springboks little chance of winning their quarter-final and almost no chance of adding a third World Cup title.

Pienaar leads Cheetahs in PRO14 opener

Veteran scrumhalf Ruan Pienaar will lead out the Cheetahs when they begin their PRO14 campaign against the Glasgow Warriors on Friday night.

Inside the Office: Bok RWC chances

Inside the Office, where we bring you the unfiltered opinions of our writers and editors as they break down the hottest topics. Join the conversation by tweeting us @sarugbymag.

From experience: Schalk Burger

Former Springbok flank Schalk Burger talks the Class of 2019, Rassie vs Allister and his future in the latest issue of SA Rugby Magazine.

Nienaber: Bok were tested in all areas

Assistant coach Jacques Nienaber says the Springboks are still in a developmental phase under boss Rassie Erasmus.

Davies: Brits at No 8 no gamble

Namibian coach Phil Davies believes that Schalk Brits’ inclusion at eighthman won’t be a gamble when the minnows face the Boks on Saturday.

Labuschagne to lead Japan against Ireland

Pieter Labuschagne will captain hosts Japan in their crucial Pool A World Cup clash with Ireland in Shizuoka on Saturday.

Highlights: Uruguay’s famous win

Take a look back at the highlights of Uruguay’s stunning win over Fiji on Monday, which has been hailed as one of the greatest World Cup upsets.

Namibia ring the changes for Bok clash

Namibia coach Phil Davies has made a total of 11 changes to his starting lineup facing the Springboks in Toyota City on Saturday.

Carty at flyhalf for Ireland

Jack Carty will replace the injured Johnny Sexton in one of four changes to Ireland’s starting lineup for their World Cup match against Japan on Saturday.