How natural hazards will affect RWC
With a typhoon set to hit Tokyo on Sunday, here’s a look at the rules that will be followed if World Cup games are affected by hazardous weather conditions in Japan.
Boks bigger threat to Ireland than ABs
Ireland have a better chance of progressing to a maiden World Cup semi-final if they face the All Blacks in the quarter-finals rather than the Springboks according to legendary centre Brian O’Driscoll.
Breaking down Boks’ midfield
SARugbymag.co.za looks at the Springboks’ midfield options for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.
Boks ready to brave Japanese elements
Duane Vermeulen and Cheslin Kolbe say it is difficult to get accustomed to the weather conditions in Japan.
France change World Cup squad again
France head coach Jacques Brunel has named a revised 31-man squad for the World Cup, with lock Félix Lambey and prop Dany Priso missing out this time.
Deysel to lead Namibia at RWC
Namibia coach Phil Davies has named an experienced 31-man squad for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.
World Rugby rejects Jones’ bold call
England coach Eddie Jones has been blocked from using all 31 squad members in their World Cup warm-up against Italy on Friday.
Wallabies veteran confirms impending retirement
Wallabies prop Sekope Keou has announced that he will retire from Test rugby following the World Cup in Japan later this year.
Brits to provide surprise positional cover
Bok coach Rassie Erasmus is considering utilising hooker Schalk Brits as an option at No 8 if the need to rest other loose-forwards arises during the pool stage at the World Cup.
Schmidt frets over Ireland RWC selections
Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has described finalising his World Cup squad as the worst couple of days of his career.
