France camp in captaincy civil war

France’s squad have been thrown into turmoil ahead of their clash with England after reports of a rift between captain Guilhem Guirado and senior management.

Vunipola in doubt for England

Billy Vunipola is an injury concern for England after the No 8 was spotted wearing a protective boot after their win over Argentina.

Recap: Your weekend in rugby

A look back at some of the biggest stories in the world of rugby over the past weekend. Catch up with the news here.

Paper Talk: Rupert and Motsepe plan bid for Bulls

A roundup of what some of South Africa’s leading Sunday papers are saying, including an update on a potential mega-money takeover of the Bulls.

Argentina lock cops hefty ban

Tomas Lavanini has been handed a four-match suspension following his head-high shoulder tackle on Owen Farrell during Saturday’s 39-10 defeat by England.

Van der Merwe to finally face Boks

South African-born wing DTH van der Merwe will realise a long-held dream when he starts for Canada against the Springboks in Kobe on Tuesday.

Boks prepare for physical challenge

Have a look at what the Springboks got up to at Monday’s team photo and captain’s run ahead of the clash with Canada.

World Cup teams (Round 4)

All the lineups from the fourth and final round of World Cup pool matches in Japan.

Boks wary of ‘quality’ Japan side

The Springboks will have much to ponder ahead of a possible World Cup quarter-final showdown against hosts Japan. JON CARDINELLI in Kobe reports.

Boks brace for heat in Kobe cauldron

The Springboks will need to adjust their approach when they meet Canada under the roof at the Kobe Misaki Stadium, writes JON CARDINELLI in Kobe.