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.
Springboks mourn Chester Williams
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says there is a sombre mood in the camp after awakening to the news of former Bok wing Chester Williams’ death.
‘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.
Game management Boks’ new challenge
While the Springboks are sweating over Trevor Nyakane’s injury, Rassie Erasmus’ men made good use of their World Cup warm-up match against Japan, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
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.
Breaking down Boks’ back three
SARugbymag.co.za looks at the Springboks’ back-three options for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.
‘Springboks will take Japan seriously’
Rassie Erasmus says there is no chance that the Springboks will underestimate Japan again ahead of their final World Cup warm-up in Kumagaya on Friday.
Watch: Springbok press conference
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and captain Siya Kolisi chatted to the media one last time before the squad travels to Japan for the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Erasmus: ‘All Blacks the team to beat’
Rassie Erasmus says that, considering the depth and experience in the All Blacks’ squad, the reigning champs remain the team to beat at the World Cup.
Bok coach clarifies newcomer’s role
Rassie Erasmus says incoming Springbok consultant Felix Jones will focus on analysing opposition defences during the upcoming World Cup.
