RWC XV: Forwards of the quarter-finals
Staff writer DYLAN JACK selects a pack of forwards from the individuals who have been impressive in the World Cup quarter-finals.
‘We know what to expect’ – Lood
Lood de Jager on the Boks’ expectations from Japan during Sunday’s quarter-final, while Malcolm Marx speaks about his role as an impact player from the bench.
Erasmus: Steyn did not shoo Mapimpi away
Rassie Erasmus says it’s sad that some people saw something ‘negative’ and misread the situation involving Makazole Mapimpi and a celebration huddle for bench players after Friday’s match against Italy.
Erasmus: ‘It’s do or die this week’
Rassie Erasmus discusses team selections and the knockout mentality adopted by the Springboks ahead of the Italy clash in Shizuoka on Friday.
Bongi busts down A-side door
Bongi Mbonambi has earned the right to wear the No 2 jersey in the must-win clash with Italy, writes JON CARDINELLI in Omaezaki.
‘Humidity not a factor in playoffs’
Rassie Erasmus believes that the conditions in Japan will have improved by the time the World Cup reaches the quarter-final stage. JON CARDINELLI in Toyota reports.
De Jager: No need to panic
Springbok lock Lood de Jager says that their World Cup loss to the All Blacks is no reason to panic ahead of the next match against Namibia on Saturday.
Lood keen to perform in Loftus swansong
Lock Lood de Jager says getting game time against Argentina this weekend will help him build up a head of steam for the Boks’ World Cup campaign.
‘Competition for Bok positions is incredible’
Matthew Proudfoot says Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus’ honest approach has created a healthy sense of competition in the squad.
De Jager set for Springbok return
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that lock Lood de Jager is set to start against the Wallabies if he comes through this weekend unscathed.
