Boks win: UK press react

Take a look at how the British media reacted to England’s Rugby World Cup final defeat at the hands of the rampant Springboks in Japan.

Emotional Habana praises Kolisi

Watch an emotional Bryan Habana embracing Siya Kolisi after the final whistle as the pair soak in the World Cup victory and its meaning.

Departing Flo relishes World Cup redemption

After two unsuccessful World Cup campaigns veteran flank Francois Louw is thrilled to finish his Test career with a winners’ medal. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Faf: Mapimpi try the watershed

Faf de Klerk says the Springboks started to believe that the World Cup title was in the bag after Makazole Mapimpi scored late in the second half. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Watch: Prince Harry’s message to Boks

Check out the scenes from the Boks’ change-room celebrations, including a message from Prince Harry with a beer in hand.

All hail the Springboks

The Springboks were equal measures of brilliance and brutality in a World Cup triumph that was about much more than just a game of rugby, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

‘Bringing SA people hope is a privilege’

Rassie Erasmus says that it’s not the Springboks’ responsibility but their privilege to bring South African supporters hope in what are troubled times for the country. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Rassie: South Africans never give up

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and captain Siya Kolisi react to the Springboks winning the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

Watch: Boks’ message to South Africa

The Springboks thanked South Africans for their messages of support after their World Cup victory on Saturday.

South Africa are worthy winners – Jones

England coach Eddie Jones has acknowledged that his side were simply dominated by the Springboks in their crushing 32-12 defeat in Yokohama.