WP, Bulls set for back-three battle

The firepower boasted in the Vodacom Blue Bulls and Western Province back three should make for an enthralling battle in Friday’s semi-final, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Morgan starts for Wales

Tyler Morgan will start at outside centre in one of three changes to Wales’ starting lineup to face the Springboks in Saturday’s quarter-final at Twickenham.

McCaw back for All Blacks

Richie McCaw will captain the All Blacks in one of four changes for Saturday’s quarter-final against France in Cardiff.

France call on Parra

Coach Philippe Saint-André has made three changes to France's starting lineup for Saturday's quarter-final against the All Blacks in Cardiff.

Marais at 10 for Cheetahs

Niel Marais will replace Sias Ebersohn at flyhalf in the only change to the Free State Cheetahs’ starting lineup for Saturday’s semi-final against the Golden Lions.

Kriel leads revamped Lions

Johan Ackermann has made 14 changes to the Golden Lions starting XV for Saturday's semi-final showdown against the Free State Cheetahs at Ellis Park.

Boks wary of 2011 repeat

The Springboks will have to adapt to referee Wayne Barnes's breakdown interpretations if they are to have any chance of beating Wales in the World Cup quarter-final, reports JON CARDINELLI in Bagshot.