Daily wrap: ‘Italy on par with ABs pack’

We take a look at what happened on Monday in Omaezaki as the Springboks build toward their next World Cup clash with Italy.

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.

Scotland demolish hapless Samoa

Scotland banked their first win of the World Cup after breezing past Samoa 34-0 in their Pool A clash at the Kobe Misaki Stadium on Monday.

Boks’ next best bet – bookies

There aren’t many punters ready to bet on New Zealand being stopped at the World Cup but local bookmakers suggest that the Springboks are the biggest threat to stop Kiwi domination.

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.

Hansen: No point climbing into refs

Nearly every match of the World Cup has been marred by a dubious refereeing decision but coaches, pundits and fans should lay off the officials, says All Blacks coach Steve Hansen.

Recap: Your weekend in rugby

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

World Cup teams (Round 3)

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

‘Both Boks and Italy will be desperate’

Matt Proudfoot discusses Italy’s smart forward approach, why both teams will be desperate on Friday and the Boks’ adaptation at the breakdown.

‘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.