Boks expect All Blacks attacking evolution
Springbok assistant coach Matt Proudfoot says they are anticipating something new from the All Blacks attack in their World Cup opener in Yokohama on Saturday.
Faf: One moment will decide Yokohama showdown
Faf de Klerk expects a stroke of luck or a refereeing decision to separate the All Blacks and Springboks in the World Cup Pool B opener. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Boks to target All Blacks halfbacks
The Springboks have made their kicking and defensive intentions clear ahead of the campaign-shaping match against the All Blacks on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
May: England have brilliant players
Wing Jonny May says there is genuine reason to believe England can achieve something special at the World Cup in Japan.
SABC won’t broadcast RWC
The South African Broadcasting Commission has confirmed that it will not broadcast any matches of the 2019 Rugby World Cup, which kicks off in Japan on Friday.
‘Without heart you’re not going anywhere’
Faf de Klerk opens up about some of the tough times he experienced as a player and what it takes to put in hits on some of the bigger opponents.
In pictures: Boks’ training session in Japan
Check out some of the images from the Springboks’ training session at the Arcs Urayasu Park in Chiba on Monday.
Stick: Ref must treat Boks, ABs as equals
Mzwandile Stick has called for the match officials to treat the Springboks and All Blacks as equals in the big Pool B opener in Yokohama. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Ireland dealt injury blow
Ireland have confirmed that centre Robbie Henshaw will miss their crunch World Cup opener against Scotland in Yokohama on Sunday.
England sweat over crocked duo
England are sweating over the availability of Joe Cokanasiga and Mark Wilson for their World Cup opener against Tonga on Sunday.
