Schmidt to quit coaching after World Cup

Andy Farrell will take over as Ireland’s head coach following the 2019 World Cup, with Joe Schmidt confirming he will ‘finish coaching to prioritise family commitments’.

Serfontein an outside Bok bet

Fit-again centre Jan Serfontein is hoping for a change of luck in the buildup to the 2019 World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

North finishes year on top

The home nations have outperformed South Africa and Australia for the better part of three seasons and will head into the 2019 World Cup with a psychological edge, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Misfiring Boks crash in Cardiff

The Springboks’ execution rarely matched their intent in what was a disappointing defeat to Wales on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

England compound Wallabies woes

England thumped Australia 37-18 at Twickenham on Saturday to make a statement ahead of the 2019 World Cup. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Preview: England vs Wallabies

JON CARDINELLI looks ahead to the grudge match between England and the Wallabies at Twickenham on Saturday.

Boks must heed Welsh lessons

Defence and discipline will be in the spotlight when the Springboks go up against the Kiwis of the northern hemisphere in Cardiff, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Irish triumph a game-changer

Ireland’s systematic dismantling of the All Blacks in Dublin affirmed their status as the standout Test side of 2018, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Bold Boks outlast Scotland

The Springboks showed greater accuracy and composure to beat a fiery Scotland side 26-20 at Murrayfield on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Preview: Scotland vs Springboks

The Springbok forwards will hold the key to victory when the side fronts a dangerous Scotland outfit at Murrayfield on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.