Quotes of the day: ‘It was a quiet singalong’

A selection of the best quotes from coaches and players at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan on Monday.

De Allende excited by SBW challenge

Springbok centre Damian de Allende is looking forward to potentially clashing with All Blacks midfielder Sonny Bill Williams in Saturday’s Pool B opener.

Boks expect All Blacks attacking evolution

Springbok assistant coach Matt Proudfoot says they are anticipating something new from the All Blacks attack in their World Cup opener in Yokohama on Saturday.

Am: Boks have grown on defence

Hear what Bok backs Lukhanyo Am and Faf de Klerk had to say ahead of Saturday’s World Cup opener against the All Blacks in Yokohama.

Sharks confirm Ox capture

The Sharks have confirmed the signing of prop Ox Nche from the Cheetahs.

Brown backs Kolbe at World Cup

Blitzboks great Kyle Brown is backing former teammate Cheslin Kolbe to shine for the Springboks at the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

Faf: One moment will decide Yokohama showdown

Faf de Klerk expects a stroke of luck or a refereeing decision to separate the All Blacks and Springboks in the World Cup Pool B opener. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Boks to target All Blacks halfbacks

The Springboks have made their kicking and defensive intentions clear ahead of the campaign-shaping match against the All Blacks on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

May: England have brilliant players

Wing Jonny May says there is genuine reason to believe England can achieve something special at the World Cup in Japan.

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