Jon Cardinelli

‘All Blacks have opened new can of worms’

Springbok defence coach Jacques Nienaber has highlighted the threat of the new All Blacks attacking system ahead of the showdown in Yokohama on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

‘Refs must be open-minded at World Cup’

Rassie Erasmus says that the uncertainty around the No 1 ranking should have referees heading into the World Cup with no preconceived ideas about one team’s dominance. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Proudfoot defends SA rugby image

Springbok assistant coach Matt Proudfoot hopes that South African rugby will be associated with performances on the pitch rather than the recent doping-related suspensions. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Faf: One moment will decide Yokohama showdown

Faf de Klerk expects a stroke of luck or a refereeing decision to separate the All Blacks and Springboks in the World Cup Pool B opener. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Boks to target All Blacks halfbacks

The Springboks have made their kicking and defensive intentions clear ahead of the campaign-shaping match against the All Blacks on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Stick: Ref must treat Boks, ABs as equals

Mzwandile Stick has called for the match officials to treat the Springboks and All Blacks as equals in the big Pool B opener in Yokohama. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Herschel Jantjies is worth the hype

Springbok scrumhalf Herschel Jantjies appears destined for greatness, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Where the top teams stand

JON CARDINELLI considers where the top nations should rank going into the World Cup in Japan.

Calder: Smartest team will win World Cup

Two-time World Cup-winner Sherylle Calder says that the speed of the contest in Japan will place new emphasis on space identification and decision-making. JON CARDINELLI reports.