So close but yet so far
Coach Eddie Jones led England through a memorable World Cup campaign, despite falling short at the final hurdle, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Bok coach to be named before new year
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has confirmed that the new Springbok coach will hopefully be appointed by the end of 2019.
Making their mark
The Springboks finished the World Cup as worthy winners. In the latest issue of SA Rugby magazine, we provide our player ratings for the triumphant 31-man squad.
Barnes admits it was a forward pass
England referee Wayne Barnes has revealed how his blunder during the 2007 World Cup quarter-final between the All Blacks and France motivated him to become one of the game’s elite officials.
Kolisi: Klopp knew who I was
World Cup-winning captain Siya Kolisi has described how his fortuitous meeting with Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp left him ‘falling off his chair’.
Watch: World Cup bloopers
It’s been close to a month since the Boks beat England in the World Cup final to lift the Webb Ellis Cup for the third time. While the tournament offered up many unforgettable moments, there were certainly some hilarious bloopers as well.
From the mag: Once in a lifetime
Japan enjoyed a fairytale World Cup campaign at their home tournament, qualifying for the playoffs for the first time, writes RICHARD FREEMAN.
Rugby Australia boss apologises to World Rugby
Rugby Australia CEO Raelene Castle has sent an apology to World Rugby regarding the behaviour of former coach Michael Cheika and other members of the Wallabies camp during the World Cup in Japan.
Am: I could have scored
Springbok centre Lukhanyo Am has revealed why he opted against scoring and instead set Makazole Mapimpi up for a try in the World Cup final.
Watch: Hero’s welcome for Am
A joyful group of fans welcomed World Cup-winner Lukhanyo Am at East London airport on Friday, upon his arrival home after featuring for the Barbarians in recent weeks.
