Kriel injury a blow to Bok depth
Rassie Erasmus may be forced to play Frans Steyn and Damian de Allende in tandem if first-choice No 13 Lukhanyo Am breaks down in the coming weeks, writes JON CARDINELLI in Omaezaki.
Superbru: World Cup predictions
The SA Rugby magazine team’s Superbru picks for the next round of World Cup fixtures.
Daily wrap: Italy match is do or die
We look at what happened in Omaezaki on Tuesday as the Springboks build toward their next World Cup clash with Italy.
Boks seriously locked and loaded
Lood de Jager deservedly gets another start for Springboks, but having so many locks in the 23-man squad and only two reserve backs for the Italy clash is quite bizarre, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
Barnes to ref Bok game
Referee Wayne Barnes will be in charge of the Springboks’ vital Pool B match against Italy at Shizuoka Stadium on Friday.
Ireland incorrectly penalised against Japan
Ireland coach Joe Schmidt says World Rugby has confirmed that there were three incorrect offsides calls in their shock loss to Japan.
Former coach: TMO interference is tedious
The SA Rugby magazine team rounds up some of the interesting news snippets making headlines around the world.
Boks receive Kriel blow, Willemse called up
The Springboks have taken another injury blow with the news that Jesse Kriel has been ruled out for the rest of the World Cup.
Sexton to captain as Ireland ring the changes
Johnny Sexton will lead Ireland on his return from injury in one of 11 changes to their lineup to face Russia in Kobe City on Thursday.
Pollard: We’ve prepared for all scenarios
Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard opens up to the media on the importance of the kicking game plan and set-piece execution in the coming weeks, while Steven Kitshoff highlights why the Boks must neutralise the Italy pack.
