Ireland surprise with fullback selection
Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has named his starting lineup ahead of Sunday’s crucial World Cup match against Scotland in Yokohama.
Quotes of the day: ‘Jean Kleyn got the jackpot’
A selection of the best quotes from coaches and players at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan on Thursday.
Boks relaxed ahead of big clash
The Springboks appeared to be in fine spirits when assembling for their official team photo on the eve of their highly anticipated clash against the All Blacks in Yokohama.
England bring out big guns for Tonga
Coach Eddie Jones has named a full-strength England lineup to take on Tonga in their World Cup opener in Sapporo on Sunday.
Fleck: De Allende playing with ‘a quiet confidence’
Former Springbok centre Robbie Fleck says supporters shouldn’t put Damian de Allende ‘in a box’, and that most of the Bok inside centre’s good work around the park goes unnoticed, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
Sharing the leadership load
The Springboks will benefit from a strong leadership core at the World Cup, writes former captain JEAN DE VILLIERS.
Head to head: Who will win RWC?
Editor Craig Lewis and chief writer Jon Cardinelli debate which team they think are most likely to win the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.
Quotes of the day: ‘It’s a slap in the face’
A selection of the best quotes from coaches and players at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan on Wednesday.
‘Refs must be open-minded at World Cup’
Rassie Erasmus says that the uncertainty around the No 1 ranking should have referees heading into the World Cup with no preconceived ideas about one team’s dominance. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Stats and facts: Springboks vs All Blacks
Stats and facts for the Pool B World Cup opener between the Springboks and All Blacks in Yokohama on Saturday.
