Newlands set for 2020 swansong

Newlands Rugby Stadium will be demolished in 2021 with a deal struck to convert the historic venue into residential and retail properties, according to reports.

RECAP: Springboks vs Italy

Follow the live action with the SA Rugby magazine team as the Springboks take on Italy in a vital Rugby World Cup clash at the Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa.

Bok World Cup wish list for Italy clash

The SA Rugby magazine team identify what they would love to see come out of the Boks’ World Cup must-win match against Italy on Friday.

Astronaut to watch Boks-Italy game in space

The Springboks’ must-win clash with Italy at the Shizuoka Stadium on Friday will be broadcast in space.

Barrett: Rising to the Challenge

Whether at flyhalf or fullback, Beauden Barrett plays an integral role for the All Blacks, writes MARC HINTON in the latest issue of SA Rugby Magazine.

Former coach: TMO interference is tedious

The SA Rugby magazine team rounds up some of the interesting news snippets making headlines around the world.

Scotland demolish hapless Samoa

Scotland banked their first win of the World Cup after breezing past Samoa 34-0 in their Pool A clash at the Kobe Misaki Stadium on Monday.

Boks’ next best bet – bookies

There aren’t many punters ready to bet on New Zealand being stopped at the World Cup but local bookmakers suggest that the Springboks are the biggest threat to stop Kiwi domination.

Hansen: No point climbing into refs

Nearly every match of the World Cup has been marred by a dubious refereeing decision but coaches, pundits and fans should lay off the officials, says All Blacks coach Steve Hansen.

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.