Retiring Garces picked on merit

Frenchman Jerome Garces has announced that the World Cup final will be his last match as a referee due to his imminent retirement.

Vunipola: We’ll fight fire with fire

England’s Billy Vunipola says his side will be ready for the physical onslaught from the Springboks in Saturday’s World Cup final.

Kolbe fit for final

Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that the Springboks will have a fully fit squad as Cheslin Kolbe has recovered from injury for the World Cup final.

Rassie: Eddie might surprise us

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus insists he will not engage in a war of words with England’s Eddie Jones ahead of the World Cup final in Yokohama.

Erasmus: Steyn’s experience important for Boks

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says experienced back Frans Steyn has been a calming influence on the team during the high-pressure week of a World Cup final.

Rassie: We’ll have to match their intensity

Bok coach Rassie Erasmus on what he expects from England and Eddie Jones in the final while also responding to claims that his team plays ‘boring’ rugby.

‘England must be prepared for anything’

England defence coach John Mitchell says he expects the Springboks to be more direct than the All Blacks in the World Cup final on Saturday.

De Allende factor may prompt England midfield shuffle

Damian de Allende’s red-hot form might influence England coach Eddie Jones’ choice of midfield pairing for Saturday’s World Cup final against the Springboks, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

RWC XV: Backline of the semi-finals

MARIETTE ADAMS selects a backline from the individuals who were impressive in the semi-finals of the World Cup.

SABC to broadcast RWC final

The South African Broadcasting Corporation has confirmed that it will broadcast the 2019 Rugby World Cup final between the Springboks and England in Yokohama on Saturday.