‘I was under a lot of pressure’

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has hinted that he was worried about proving his fitness in time to make the World cup squad.

Schmidt: Jones’ Bok role awkward for Ireland

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt admitted he is concerned about Felix Jones’ inside knowledge following his appointment as a Bok consultant during the World Cup.

Bok coach clarifies newcomer’s role

Rassie Erasmus says incoming Springbok consultant Felix Jones will focus on analysing opposition defences during the upcoming World Cup.

Erasmus: We haven’t heard anything from police

Rassie Erasmus says he will continue to trust Eben Etzebeth’s version of events until it is proven differently following a complaint being laid at the Human Rights Commission

Carty at 10 for Ireland

Jack Carty will make his first Test start for an Ireland team featuring wholesale changes for their World Cup warm-up against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday.

Navidi leads much-changed Wales

Josh Navidi will captain a Wales team that features 14 changes and two debutants to face Ireland in Cardiff on Saturday.

Bok bench will shine in Japan

Here are five reasons why the Springbok bench will play an important role when the Springboks head to the World Cup in Japan, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

World Cup warm-up teams

All the teams from this weekend’s World Cup warm-up fixtures.

Italy tweak pack for France clash

Coach Conor O’Shea has made three changes to Italy’s starting lineup for Friday’s World Cup warm-up against France in Paris.

Pichot slams ‘ridiculous’ world rankings

World Rugby vice-president and former Argentina international Agustin Pichot has joined the chorus of criticism against the official Test rankings.