Erasmus: Our subs made a difference

Rassie Erasmus acknowledged that the margin of victory wasn’t a a true reflection of the Springboks’ quarter-final win over Japan.

Forwards fire to offset backline blunders

The Springboks’ phenomenal set-piece and defensive performance against Japan was undermined by poor handling and discipline in their 26-3 quarter-final win, writes JON CARDINELLI at the Tokyo Stadium.

Gatland: The better team lost today

Coach Warren Gatland acknowledged that the red card to French lock Sebastien Vahaamahina was a decisive moment as Wales clinched a one-point win in Sunday’s quarter-final.

Consultancy role for Lambie at the Sharks

Former Springbok Pat Lambie is set to serve as a kicking consultant at the Sharks.

Watch: Fan cams, festivities in Tokyo

SA Rugby magazine’s Jon Cardinelli soaked up the atmosphere ahead of the highly-anticipated quarter-final between the Springboks and Japan at the Tokyo Stadium.

Boks must follow All Blacks’ lead

A clinical forward performance by the Springboks will silence the partisan crowd and pave the way for a comfortable win over Japan, writes JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo.

Kolisi: Boks know what’s required

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says the Springboks won’t take Japan lightly, while flyhalf Handre Pollard insists that the Boks will take the points however they come on Sunday.

‘We pride ourselves on our work rate’

Coach Steve Hansen was a satisfied man after the All Blacks’ quarter-final triumph, while Ireland counterpart Joe Schmidt acknowledged they had been a ‘bit flat’ all tournament.

Watch: Kolisi reacts to Federer’s message

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi was overjoyed with tennis star Roger Federer’s message of support ahead of the World Cup quarter-finals.

De Villiers: Boks need variety to curb Japan

Former captain Jean de Villiers says South Africa need to surprise Rugby World Cup hosts Japan with variety if they are to win their quarter-final clash in Tokyo on Sunday.