Stat attack: Bok centres, Kolbe fired

DYLAN JACK looks at where the World Cup clash between the Springboks and Italy in Shizuoka on Friday was won and lost.

Ratings: Kolbe, De Allende on cloud nine

The Springboks produced a powerful forward performance to see off Italy. JOHN GOLIATH rates the Boks following their crucial Pool B win.

Kolbe gives thumbs up after injury scare

Cheslin Kolbe eased fears over his ankle injury following a Man of the Match performance in the Springboks’ 49-3 World Cup win over Italy in Shizuoka on Friday.

‘Uncontested scrums took steam from us’

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi’s post-match reaction to their 49-3 World Cup victory over Italy in Shizuoka on Friday.

Kolbe brace boosts Boks to big win

The Springboks fired late to beat a 14-man Italy 49-3 and strengthen their claim for a World Cup playoff berth, writes JON CARDINELLI at the Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa.

Watch: Italy prop’s tip-tackle

Italy prop Andrea Lovotti was shown a red card for this tip tackle on Duane Vermeulen, but should Nicola Quaglio also have been carded?

Newlands set for 2020 swansong

Newlands Rugby Stadium will be demolished in 2021 with a deal struck to convert the historic venue into residential and retail properties, according to reports.

Fouche set for Cheetahs debut

The Cheetahs have named an unchanged starting lineup for their second game of the Pro14 season against Ulster in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Kings name new captain against Munster

Loose forward Lusanda Badiyana will lead the Kings in their second Pro14 match of the season against Munster in Port Elizabeth on Saturday.

Watch: Fan cams, vibe in Shizuoka

SA Rugby magazine’s Jon Cardinelli caught up with some fans and soaked up the atmosphere ahead of the Boks’ crucial World Cup clash against Italy.