Big defeat prompts questions about tactics, selections
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus will be under pressure to alter his game plan and selection strategy following New Zealand and Ireland’s big World Cup wins, writes JON CARDINELLI in Nagoya.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus will be under pressure to alter his game plan and selection strategy following New Zealand and Ireland’s big World Cup wins, writes JON CARDINELLI in Nagoya.
Springbok assistant coach Matt Proudfoot says they knew captain Siya Kolisi would not play the full 80 minutes in the loss against the All Blacks on Saturday.
The departing Trevor Nyakane will be missed but the Springboks have a fine swing-prop alternative in Thomas du Toit. JON CARDINELLI in Nagoya reports.
Springbok prop Thomas du Toit was en route from France to Nagoya, Japan, on Monday after being called up as an injury replacement for the injured Trevor Nyakane.
Check out this incredible reanimated video of George Bridge’s try against the Springboks from SuperSport Rugby, which allows you to have a unique view.
Double World Cup-winner Phil Kearns has slammed World Rugby’s decision to cite Wallabies wing Reece Hodge following his controversial tackle on Fijian flanker Peceli Yato.
Manu Tuilagi scored a first-half brace of tries as England opened their World Cup campaign with a 35-3 win over Tonga in Sappora on Sunday. JOHN GOLIATH reports.
There was plenty of reaction following the Boks’ loss to the All Blacks on Saturday about the standard of officiating from referee Jerome Garces. Here are just some of the clips.
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen approved of World Rugby’s decision to amend their HIA law after confusion around flank Sam Cane in the win over the Springboks.
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says that Richie Mo’unga’s try-saving tackle on Cheslin Kolbe played a big part in their victory over the Springboks.