Am: Boks have grown on defence

Hear what Bok backs Lukhanyo Am and Faf de Klerk had to say ahead of Saturday’s World Cup opener against the All Blacks in Yokohama.

Brown backs Kolbe at World Cup

Blitzboks great Kyle Brown is backing former teammate Cheslin Kolbe to shine for the Springboks at the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

Faf: One moment will decide Yokohama showdown

Faf de Klerk expects a stroke of luck or a refereeing decision to separate the All Blacks and Springboks in the World Cup Pool B opener. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Boks to target All Blacks halfbacks

The Springboks have made their kicking and defensive intentions clear ahead of the campaign-shaping match against the All Blacks on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

May: England have brilliant players

Wing Jonny May says there is genuine reason to believe England can achieve something special at the World Cup in Japan.

SA Rugby Mag teaser (RWC edition)

A preview of what you can expect in the latest edition of SA Rugby magazine, on sale now.

SABC won’t broadcast RWC

The South African Broadcasting Commission has confirmed that it will not broadcast any matches of the 2019 Rugby World Cup, which kicks off in Japan on Friday.

Daily wrap from Japan: ‘Savea is a threat’

From the Springbok camp: We take a look at what happened on Monday as the Boks continue preparations for their opening World Cup clash with the All Blacks on Saturday.

Baby oil gives World Cup different feel

Welcome to the Rugby World Cup in the Land of the Rising Sun, where baby oil could be a key ingredient in lifting the William Webb Ellis trophy, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

‘Without heart you’re not going anywhere’

Faf de Klerk opens up about some of the tough times he experienced as a player and what it takes to put in hits on some of the bigger opponents.