Daily wrap from Japan: ‘Savea is a threat’

From the Springbok camp: We take a look at what happened on Monday as the Boks continue preparations for their opening World Cup clash with the All Blacks on Saturday.

Vermeulen seals Exeter move

The Exeter Chiefs have confirmed the signing of ex-Sharks loose forward Jacques Vermeulen on a permanent three-year deal, effective immediately.

Dayimani, Senatla join Blitzboks training

Hacjivah Dayimani joined the Blitzboks training camp on Monday as they continue their preparations for the upcoming 2019-20 Sevens season.

‘Without heart you’re not going anywhere’

Faf de Klerk opens up about some of the tough times he experienced as a player and what it takes to put in hits on some of the bigger opponents.

In pictures: Boks’ training session in Japan

Check out some of the images from the Springboks’ training session at the Arcs Urayasu Park in Chiba on Monday.

Watch: Springboks training (Monday)

Watch the Springboks prepare for their opening match of the Rugby World Cup against the All Blacks in Yokohama on Saturday.

Farrell changes tackle technique

England captain Owen Farrell has been altering his tackle technique to conform to World Rugby’s updated guidelines regarding no-arms tackles.

Watch: Boks look ahead to WC opener

Hear what Mzwandile Stick, Steven Kitshoff and Pieter-Steph du Toit had to say in the buildup to Saturday’s World Cup opener against the All Blacks.

Barrett: All Blacks need to cut Bok wings’ space

Beauden Barrett says the All Blacks will be focusing on shutting down the Springboks’ outside backs in their World Cup opener in Yokohama on Saturday.

Head knocks force Denton to retire

Scotland loose forward Dave Denton has announced his retirement from all rugby.