Bok wings shine in easy win

The Springboks ended their preparations for the upcoming World Cup with a 41-7 win over hosts Japan in a warm-up in Kumagaya on Friday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Du Toit set for Ulster loan

Springbok prop Thomas du Toit looks set to join Ulster on a short-term loan move as injury cover for the duration of the upcoming World Cup.

Boks bigger threat to Ireland than ABs

Ireland have a better chance of progressing to a maiden World Cup semi-final if they face the All Blacks in the quarter-finals rather than the Springboks according to legendary centre Brian O’Driscoll.

Smit: England are Boks’ biggest worry

World Cup-winning captain John Smit says that England may present the biggest threat to the Springboks in the latter stages of the World Cup. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Part 2: Five special Bok RWC moments

Ahead of the Springboks opening Rugby World Cup match against the All Blacks, JOHN GOLIATH looks at some of South Africa’s memorable moments at the tournament ahead of rugby’s showpiece event.

Steyn aims to repay the faith

Experienced utility back Frans Steyn can add all-round value to the Springboks’ cause, writes JON CARDINELLI.

The rise and fall of Huw Jones

Following the surprise omission of Huw Jones from Scotland’s World Cup squad, overseas-based contributor JAMIE LYALL plots the rise and fall of the former Stormers centre.

Watch: Boks to win by 21 or more

The Money Man and Head of IOL Sport, Mark Keohane, preview the Springboks’ World Cup warm-up match against Japan on Friday.

Pocock confirms Test retirement

David Pocock has announced that he will be bringing an end to his 11-year Wallabies career by retiring from Test rugby after the World Cup.

VUSA rugby programme inspires next generation

Excitement is bubbling as the World Cup is set to kick off this month, and the success of the Springboks could inspire the next generation of stars, writes PETROS AUGOUSTI.