Stats and facts: Springboks vs All Blacks
Stats and facts for the Pool B World Cup opener between the Springboks and All Blacks in Yokohama on Saturday.
Kolbe: Overseas stint was beneficial
Cheslin Kolbe on how the back three will handle conditions this Saturday, while Francois Louw lauds the professionalism in the Bok camp.
Gatland: Wales squad shocked by Howley news
Wales coach Warren Gatland admitted the squad has been left shocked after assistant Rob Howley was sent home for breaching World Rugby betting regulations.
Rassie: Continuity in selection is key
Coach Rassie Erasmus hopes the match-day 23 he selected for the Springboks’ World Cup opener will have enough firepower to overcome the All Blacks on Saturday.
World Cup teams (Round 1)
All the lineups from the first round of World Cup matches in Japan.
Daily wrap from Japan
We take a look at what happened on Tuesday as the Springboks build toward their opening World Cup clash with the All Blacks.
Wales bombshell as assistant coach sent home
Wales attack coach Rob Howley is heading home from the World Cup in Japan following an apparent breach of World Rugby’s regulation related to betting.
Quotes of the day: ‘I’m emotional hearing the SA anthem’
A selection of the best quotes from coaches, players and leaders at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan on Tuesday.
Heavy rain expected in Boks’ opener
The Springboks are anticipating wet weather conditions for their World Cup opener against the All Blacks in Yokohama on Saturday.
Watch: Springboks’ training session
Check out some of SA Rugby magazine’s clips from the Boks’ training session on Tuesday, with Trevor Nyakane running freely after an injury worry.
