Chester inspired us to dream big

On the eve of the 2019 World Cup, it’s worth remembering how late Bok great Chester Williams inspired a generation of players and fans, writes former Springbok STEFAN TERBLANCHE.

Highlights: Scotland vs Samoa

Highlights of Scotland’s one-sided 34-0 victory over Samoa in their Rugby World Cup Pool A encounter in Kobe on Monday.

Ireland slip, Wales rise in rankings

Ireland have dropped to fourth in the World Rugby rankings following their shock defeat by Japan, while Wales rose to second after their win over Australia.

World Cup teams (Round 3)

All the lineups from the third round of World Cup matches in Japan.

‘Italy forward challenge on par with All Blacks’

Assistant coach Matt Proudfoot says the Italy pack will push the Springboks to the limit in what will be a knockout game in Shizuoka. JON CARDINELLI in Omaezaki reports.

Watch: Kerevi’s controversial penalty

Was referee Romain Poite correct to penalise Samu Kerevi for this carry against Wales flyhalf Rhys Patchell in the World Cup clash on Sunday?

Mallett: Boks must smash Italy up front

What NICK MALLETT had to say on SuperSport about the Springboks’ 57-3 World Cup win over Namibia in Toyota City on Saturday.

‘Humidity not a factor in playoffs’

Rassie Erasmus believes that the conditions in Japan will have improved by the time the World Cup reaches the quarter-final stage. JON CARDINELLI in Toyota reports.

Schmidt: Japan are a tough team

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt and captain Rory Best reflect on Ireland’s shock defeat by Japan on Saturday.

Rassie: Japan a ‘scary’ playoff prospect

Rassie Erasmus has reiterated his view about Japan as a World Cup playoff threat in the wake of the host nation’s upset win against Ireland. JON CARDINELLI in Toyota reports.