Steyn aims to repay the faith

Experienced utility back Frans Steyn can add all-round value to the Springboks’ cause, writes JON CARDINELLI.

The rise and fall of Huw Jones

Following the surprise omission of Huw Jones from Scotland’s World Cup squad, overseas-based contributor JAMIE LYALL plots the rise and fall of the former Stormers centre.

Watch: Boks to win by 21 or more

The Money Man and Head of IOL Sport, Mark Keohane, preview the Springboks’ World Cup warm-up match against Japan on Friday.

Lions targeting complete performance in final

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen says his side will look to put together an 80-minute performance in the Currie Cup final against the Cheetahs on Saturday.

Pocock confirms Test retirement

David Pocock has announced that he will be bringing an end to his 11-year Wallabies career by retiring from Test rugby after the World Cup.

VUSA rugby programme inspires next generation

Excitement is bubbling as the World Cup is set to kick off this month, and the success of the Springboks could inspire the next generation of stars, writes PETROS AUGOUSTI.

Cheetahs bring in Olivier for final

Gerhard Olivier will start in the only change to the Cheetahs starting lineup for the Currie Cup final against the Lions in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Sexton, Murray start for Ireland

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has named a strong starting lineup that includes Jonathan Sexton for their World Cup warm-up against Wales in Dublin.

Smith to start for Lions

Dylan Smith will start after the Lions have made one injury-enforced change to their starting lineup for the Currie Cup final against the Cheetahs.

Watch: Joost vs Lomu in ’95

Springbok scrumhalf Joost van der Westhuizen had a spectacular duel with All Blacks wing Jonah Lomu during the 1995 World Cup final.