Beast hails Kolisi, diverse Bok side
Beast Mtawarira has paid tribute to the ‘inspirational’ Siya Kolisi ahead of the Springbok captain’s 50th Test appearance in the World Cup final. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
In conversation with Jerome Garces
Jerome Garces on what it means for him to become the first Frenchman to referee a Rugby World Cup final.
Top five 2019 RWC tackles
Check out some of the best and biggest hits made so far at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.
Springboks’ road to the final
A look back at how South Africa made it to the Rugby World Cup 2019 final.
Don’t write off the Springboks
While England are the massive favourites to lift the World Cup trophy, they have to be careful not to underestimate a Springbok team who are due a big performance, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
All Blacks make wholesale changes
Coach Steve Hansen has made seven changes to his last-ever All Blacks lineup for Friday’s third-place playoff match against Wales in Tokyo.
Erasmus: Boks won’t change much
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus admits very little will change in their gameplan and team selection for the World Cup final against England in Yokohama on Saturday.
In pictures: Springboks train for final
Check out some of the pictures from the Springboks’ first training session for the World Cup final against England in Yokohama on Saturday.
‘Siya has grasped Bok captaincy’
Francois Louw says Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has done very well to cope with the pressures and expectations that come with the role ahead of the World Cup final.
Erasmus: England’s haka challenge not disrespectful
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says England’s unique challenge of the All Blacks haka before the World Cup semi-final is not a big issue.
