Quotes of the day: ‘It was a quiet singalong’

A selection of the best quotes from coaches and players at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan on Monday.

De Allende excited by SBW challenge

Springbok centre Damian de Allende is looking forward to potentially clashing with All Blacks midfielder Sonny Bill Williams in Saturday’s Pool B opener.

Am: Boks have grown on defence

Hear what Bok backs Lukhanyo Am and Faf de Klerk had to say ahead of Saturday’s World Cup opener against the All Blacks in Yokohama.

Sharks confirm Ox capture

The Sharks have confirmed the signing of prop Ox Nche from the Cheetahs.

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.

May: England have brilliant players

Wing Jonny May says there is genuine reason to believe England can achieve something special at the World Cup in Japan.

Daily wrap from Japan: ‘Savea is a threat’

From the Springbok camp: We take a look at what happened on Monday as the Boks continue preparations for their opening World Cup clash with the All Blacks on Saturday.

In pictures: Boks’ training session in Japan

Check out some of the images from the Springboks’ training session at the Arcs Urayasu Park in Chiba on Monday.

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.