Don’t write off the Springboks

While England are the massive favourites to lift the World Cup trophy, they have to be careful not to underestimate a Springbok team who are due a big performance, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

All Blacks make wholesale changes

Coach Steve Hansen has made seven changes to his last-ever All Blacks lineup for Friday’s third-place playoff match against Wales in Tokyo.

Wrap: ‘No apologies for winning brand’

SA Rugby magazine looks at what happened in Tokyo on Tuesday as the Springboks build toward the World Cup final.

Erasmus: Boks won’t change much

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus admits very little will change in their gameplan and team selection for the World Cup final against England in Yokohama on Saturday.

In pictures: Springboks train for final

Check out some of the pictures from the Springboks’ first training session for the World Cup final against England in Yokohama on Saturday.

Cueto: It was a try

Former England wing Mark Cueto still believes that his disallowed try during the 2007 World Cup final against South Africa should have stood and would have proved match-winning.

‘Siya has grasped Bok captaincy’

Francois Louw says Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has done very well to cope with the pressures and expectations that come with the role ahead of the World Cup final.

Erasmus: England’s haka challenge not disrespectful

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says England’s unique challenge of the All Blacks haka before the World Cup semi-final is not a big issue.

Boks: ‘Kamikaze Kids’ have been impressive

Faf de Klerk on his knowledge of the England players, while Francois Louw speaks about Bath teammate Sam Underhill’s development as a player.

McCaw hails England’s performance

Former World Cup-winning captain Richie McCaw believes that England’s semi-final showing against the All Blacks was one of the best team performances he has ever seen.