Superbru: World Cup predictions

The SA Rugby magazine team’s Superbru picks for the next round of World Cup fixtures.

Daily wrap: Italy match is do or die

We look at what happened in Omaezaki on Tuesday as the Springboks build toward their next World Cup clash with Italy.

Boks seriously locked and loaded

Lood de Jager deservedly gets another start for Springboks, but having so many locks in the 23-man squad and only two reserve backs for the Italy clash is quite bizarre, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Barrett: Rising to the Challenge

Whether at flyhalf or fullback, Beauden Barrett plays an integral role for the All Blacks, writes MARC HINTON in the latest issue of SA Rugby Magazine.

Barnes to ref Bok game

Referee Wayne Barnes will be in charge of the Springboks’ vital Pool B match against Italy at Shizuoka Stadium on Friday.

Ireland incorrectly penalised against Japan

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt says World Rugby has confirmed that there were three incorrect offsides calls in their shock loss to Japan.

Erasmus: Willemse will slot in easily

Rassie Erasmus has highlighted Damian Willemse’s versatility as a key factor that led to his call-up to the Bok squad as a replacement for Jesse Kriel.

Former coach: TMO interference is tedious

The SA Rugby magazine team rounds up some of the interesting news snippets making headlines around the world.

Boks receive Kriel blow, Willemse called up

The Springboks have taken another injury blow with the news that Jesse Kriel has been ruled out for the rest of the World Cup.

Coetzee in Ulster touring squad

Bok flank Marcell Coetzee has been included in Ulster’s squad for their PRO14 matches against the Cheetahs and Kings after recovering from injury.