Beast: I hope it’s third time lucky

Springbok prop Beast Mtawarira believes the 2019 World Cup in Japan could shape up as the most competitive tournament yet.

Boks first to embrace Japanese heat

Rassie Erasmus has explained the decision to arrive early in Japan and why he will split his squad over the course of the World Cup pool phase. JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg reports.

Kolisi: Rassie has raised Bok bar

Captain Siya Kolisi and coach Rassie Erasmus are thrilled to hear that people are talking about the Springboks again after a difficult couple of years for the team, reports JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg.

Erasmus places trust in Etzebeth

Coach Rassie Erasmus says he trusts Eben Etzebeth’s account of events following allegations of an unsavoury incident involving the Bok lock in Langebaan over the weekend.

Rassie: I picked the best team

Rassie Erasmus says all the players in the Springboks’ 31-man squad are capable of producing a big performance in a World Cup knockout match.

Watch: Recap on Bok squad

SA Rugby magazine takes a look at the squad that will be representing South Africa at the World Cup in Japan.

Louw seals Toulon loan

Springboks and Western Province prop Wilco Louw has joined Toulon on a short-term loan deal for the World Cup.

England climb rankings, Boks slip

England have moved up to third in the World Rugby rankings, while the Springboks have dropped back to fifth.

Etzebeth to remain with Boks – SA Rugby

Eben Etzebeth will remain with the Springboks unless the police require the reconsideration of the SA Rugby Union amid allegations he was involved in an assault over the weekend in Langebaan.

Paige off to winning start, Kok’s side lose

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the past weekend’s French Top 14 matches involving South African players.