The time for tolerance is now
The Makazole Mapimpi and Eben Etzebeth incidents have revealed the ugly underbelly of a sport still divided by some along racial lines, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Kolbe magic defies laws of physics
Cheslin Kolbe has received due praise for his attacking X factor, but it’s his defence and aerial skills that have elevated the wing to new heights, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Daily wrap: Under the roof at Kobe Misaki Stadium
SA Rugby magazine looks at what happened in Kobe on Monday as the Springboks build toward their next World Cup clash with Canada.
Recap: Your weekend in rugby
A look back at some of the biggest stories in the world of rugby over the past weekend. Catch up with the news here.
‘100 percent’ Kolisi keen to lead again
A fully-fit Siya Kolisi will lead out the Springboks for the second time in five days when they face Canada at the Kobe Misaki Stadium on Tuesday.
Boks prepare for physical challenge
Have a look at what the Springboks got up to at Monday’s team photo and captain’s run ahead of the clash with Canada.
Boks wary of ‘quality’ Japan side
The Springboks will have much to ponder ahead of a possible World Cup quarter-final showdown against hosts Japan. JON CARDINELLI in Kobe reports.
Boks brace for heat in Kobe cauldron
The Springboks will need to adjust their approach when they meet Canada under the roof at the Kobe Misaki Stadium, writes JON CARDINELLI in Kobe.
Can Boks block out the noise?
The Eben Etzebeth saga, as well as the social-media reaction to the ‘bomb-squad’ celebration, are distractions that the Springboks could do without, writes JON CARDINELLI in Kobe.
Erasmus: Steyn did not shoo Mapimpi away
Rassie Erasmus says it’s sad that some people saw something ‘negative’ and misread the situation involving Makazole Mapimpi and a celebration huddle for bench players after Friday’s match against Italy.
