Five tells in Japan’s poker game

Japan have been the most talked-about team at the Rugby World Cup after progressing to the quarter-finals as surprise winners of Pool A.

Wales top Pool D after Uruguay win

Wales secured top spot in Pool D after a hard-fought 35-13 win over a spirited Uruguay side in their Rugby World Cup match in Kumamoto City on Sunday.

Polarising De Allende the Boks’ go-to man

Damian de Allende’s role in the Springboks’ match strategy is going to become even more important as the Rugby World Cup heads into the playoffs, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Brits worth his weight in green and gold

Schalk Brits’ contributions on and off the field for the Springboks have vindicated Rassie Erasmus’ decision to persuade the veteran hooker to come out of retirement, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Bok ratings: Snyman brings the beef in Kobe

The Springboks comfortably beat Canada to book their place in the quarter-finals of the World Cup. JOHN GOLIATH rates the Boks after their win in Kobe.

Ratings: Kolbe, De Allende on cloud nine

The Springboks produced a powerful forward performance to see off Italy. JOHN GOLIATH rates the Boks following their crucial Pool B win.

Fiji turn on the style to beat Georgia

Fiji produced a powerful second-half performance to record their first win of the 2019 World Cup when they beat Georgia 45-10 on Thursday, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Boks seriously locked and loaded

Lood de Jager deservedly gets another start for Springboks, but having so many locks in the 23-man squad and only two reserve backs for the Italy clash is quite bizarre, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Namibia and the rest belong

Tier-two rugby nations may not always perform on the field, but their impact off it makes it special to have them at the World Cup, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Bok ratings: Mapimpi, Brits star in African derby

The Springboks cruised their way to victory over African neighbours Namibia despite a few soft moments throughout the World Cup clash. JOHN GOLIATH rates the Boks.