Pocock returns to lead Wallabies

David Pocock will captain the Wallabies in his first game back when they take on Samoa in a World Cup warm-up in Parramatta on Saturday.

Mbonambi sinks the clutch putts

The debate around who should be the Springboks’ starting hooker against the All Blacks is testimony to Bongi Mbonambi’s drive and temperament over the last two years, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

McConnochie finally set for England debut

Bath wing Ruaridh McConnochie will make his first start against Italy in the final World Cup warm-up game for England in Newcastle on Friday.

Japan’s Lappies to front Boks

Lappies Labuschagne has been named in Japan’s starting lineup to take on the Springboks in Kumagaya on Friday.

Ardron to lead Canada at World Cup

Chiefs utility forward Tyler Ardron has been selected as captain of the Canadian squad and will skipper the team at a second World Cup campaign.

The day Japan shook the rugby world

JON CARDINELLI looks back at Japan’s famous win over the Springboks on the opening weekend of the 2015 World Cup.

Boks’ World Cup jerseys

We look back at the different World Cup kits worn by the Springboks at previous tournaments. Which do you think is the best?

Proudly South African

The Gwijo squad are adding a unique flavour of festivity at stadium around the country, writes SIBUSISO MJIKELISO.

Van der Westhuizen to ref Currie Cup final

Referee Marius van der Westhuizen will be in charge of the Currie Cup final between the Cheetahs and Lions in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

McInally to lead Scotland at World Cup

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend has named hooker Stuart McInally to captain their 31-man squad for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.