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.
Lood: We’ll have to be at our best
Lood de Jager believes the Boks will need to be at their absolute best at lineout time against England during the World Cup final on Saturday.
Koch: I know exactly what they do
Bok tighthead Vincent Koch is excited about a potential scrum battle against Saracens teammate Mako Vunipola during Saturday’s World Cup final.
Wrap: ‘No apologies for winning brand’
SA Rugby magazine looks at what happened in Tokyo on Tuesday as the Springboks build toward the World Cup final.
Cueto: It was a try
Former England wing Mark Cueto still believes that his disallowed try during the 2007 World Cup final against South Africa should have stood and would have proved match-winning.
Boks: ‘Kamikaze Kids’ have been impressive
Faf de Klerk on his knowledge of the England players, while Francois Louw speaks about Bath teammate Sam Underhill’s development as a player.
Vunipola: We’ll fight fire with fire
England’s Billy Vunipola says his side will be ready for the physical onslaught from the Springboks in Saturday’s World Cup final.
Kolisi’s cool head a blessing amid the hype
Siya Kolisi’s humble nature as well as his ability to focus on what matters most will be crucial in a potentially historic week for South African rugby, writes JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo.
Rassie: We’ll have to match their intensity
Bok coach Rassie Erasmus on what he expects from England and Eddie Jones in the final while also responding to claims that his team plays ‘boring’ rugby.
Five key battles to decide final
JON CARDINELLI looks at the key match-ups ahead of the Vodacom Super Rugby final between the Crusaders and Jaguares in Christchurch.
