Saffas Abroad: World Cup edition

SARugbymag.co.za identifies the 14 South African-born players who will be appearing for other nations at the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

Seven games that will shape RWC

JON CARDINELLI takes a closer look at the seven big pool matches that will shape the World Cup quarter-final lineup in Japan.

Expect the unexpected in Japan

The threat of typhoons and searing heat as well as the fluctuating form of the top teams could make for a frantic and largely unpredictable run into the World Cup playoffs, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Three key points from past weekend

SA Rugby magazine identifies some of the good, the bad and the ugly to take away from the Boks’ final warm-up game before the World Cup.

Japan is no country for tired men

The World Cup warm-up between Japan and South Africa highlighted the importance of fitness and smart bench management at a tournament staged in punishing heat, writes JON CARDINELLI.

‘Springboks got what they wanted’

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said he was satisfied with his side’s performance in the 41-7 World Cup warm-up victory over hosts Japan in Kumagaya.

Bok wings shine in easy win

The Springboks ended their preparations for the upcoming World Cup with a 41-7 win over hosts Japan in a warm-up in Kumagaya on Friday. DYLAN JACK reports.

RECAP: Japan vs Springboks

Follow the live action as the Springboks take on Japan at the Kumagaya Stadium in their final Rugby World Cup warm-up match.

‘Boks must stay on their toes’

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says he is expecting Japan to play a high-tempo game when they face the World Cup hosts in their final warm-up on Friday.

Throwback Thursday: Japan upset the Springboks

Ahead of the World Cup warm-up between Japan and the Springboks, take a look back at the 2015 World Cup pool match between the two sides in Brighton.