Bok revenge hinges on breakdown success

The Springbok forwards must set the tone at the collisions and breakdowns in the World Cup warm-up match against Japan in Saitama on Friday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Bok duo to turn out for BaaBaas

The Barbarians have confirmed that Springboks Beast Mtawarira and Herschel Jantjies will play for the invitational side against Fiji on 16 November.

Breaking down Boks’ midfield

SARugbymag.co.za looks at the Springboks’ midfield options for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

‘I didn’t know’ defence won’t fly

Saids CEO Khalid Galant says Springbok wing Aphiwe Dyantyi will find it difficult to prove due diligence after he tested positive for multiple banned substances.

Pocock returns to lead Wallabies

David Pocock will captain the Wallabies in his first game back when they take on Samoa in a World Cup warm-up in Parramatta on Saturday.

Mbonambi sinks the clutch putts

The debate around who should be the Springboks’ starting hooker against the All Blacks is testimony to Bongi Mbonambi’s drive and temperament over the last two years, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

McConnochie finally set for England debut

Bath wing Ruaridh McConnochie will make his first start against Italy in the final World Cup warm-up game for England in Newcastle on Friday.

Japan’s Lappies to front Boks

Lappies Labuschagne has been named in Japan’s starting lineup to take on the Springboks in Kumagaya on Friday.

Ardron to lead Canada at World Cup

Chiefs utility forward Tyler Ardron has been selected as captain of the Canadian squad and will skipper the team at a second World Cup campaign.

Boks’ World Cup jerseys

We look back at the different World Cup kits worn by the Springboks at previous tournaments. Which do you think is the best?