Typical Bok strengths were key to victory
The Springboks’ quarter-final was won on brutal, dominant defence. The next focus will be on improved execution, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
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.
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.
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.
‘We’ll play with everything we’ve got’
We look at what happened in Tokyo on Friday as the Springboks build toward their quarter-final clash with Japan.
Japan keep cards close ahead of Bok battle
Jamie Joseph says that Japan may spring a surprise or two when they host a ‘frightening and physical’ Springbok pack in the World Cup quarter-final on Sunday. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
