Throwback Thursday: Habana heroics

Marvel again at Springbok wing Bryan Habana’s classic intercept try against Argentina in the semi-finals of the 2007 World Cup.

Labuschagne, Van der Walt in Japan World Cup squad

Lappies Labuschagne and Wimpie van der Walt have both been included in hosts Japan’s 31-man squad for the upcoming World Cup.

Watch: Georgia No 8 flattens Kings defender

Relive the moment Otia Giorgadze runs over a would-be tackler during Georgia’s friendly match against the Kings in Tbilisi.

Hansen: All Blacks have advantage

Coach Steve Hansen believes the All Blacks have an advantage over the competition heading into the World Cup in Japan.

Winning Wednesday: De Beer’s five drop goals at ’99 RWC

Relive Springbok flyhalf Jannie de Beer’s supreme kicking performance against England in the quarter-finals of the 1999 World Cup.

Players called for defence enhancement

Springbok players petitioned for a defence consultant at the expense of an attack coach at the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

Jones joins Bok coaching staff

SA Rugby has confirmed the appointment of former Ireland utility back Felix Jones as a defence consultant for the Springboks during the World Cup.

All Blacks gamble on Retallick for World Cup

All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick has been named in the 31-man squad for the upcoming World Cup in Japan despite his struggles with a shoulder injury.

France lock handed RWC lifeline

Paul Gabrillagues will only miss France’s opening game at the World Cup with his six-week suspension reduced following a successful appeal.

Watch: All Blacks’ RWC squad announcement

Coach Steve Hansen reveals the 31-man squad that will be representing the All Blacks at the 2019 World Cup in Japan.