Boks must back Kwagga

The Springboks should deploy Kwagga Smith as an impact player off the bench in next Saturday’s World Cup opener against the All Blacks, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Breaking down the Boks’ loose forwards

SARugbymag.co.za looks at the Springboks’ back-row options for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

Breaking down the Boks’ scrumhalves

SARugbymag.co.za looks at the Springboks’ scrumhalf options for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

Boks won’t want for motivation, inspiration

The Springboks would do well to invoke the memory of legends passed as they get set to begin their World Cup journey, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

‘Boks have developed an edge’

What NICK MALLETT had to say on SuperSport about the Springboks’ 41-7 win over Japan on Friday.

Japan is no country for tired men

The World Cup warm-up between Japan and South Africa highlighted the importance of fitness and smart bench management at a tournament staged in punishing heat, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Chester helped us to dream

Chester Williams not only revolutionised wing play in South Africa, but also inspired black kids to rise above their circumstances, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Saluting Chester, the people’s champ

Springbok wing Chester Williams will be remembered as a South African hero on and off the pitch, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Player ratings: Mapimpi, Kolbe impress

The Boks claimed a comfortable victory in Friday’s World Cup warm-up clash against Japan. CRAIG LEWIS rates the players.

Game management Boks’ new challenge

While the Springboks are sweating over Trevor Nyakane’s injury, Rassie Erasmus’ men made good use of their World Cup warm-up match against Japan, writes JOHN GOLIATH.