Brits: Never in my wildest dreams

Schalk Brits speaks about his World Cup squad inclusion, the journey to Japan and the competition within the team.

Boks well prepared despite distractions

While Rassie Erasmus could have done with a quiet weekend before the World Cup team announcement, the Springboks’ preparations for the event are a lot better than they were four years ago, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Watch: Hilarious Frans Steyn interview

Schalk Brits hijacks SARugbymag.co.za‘s interview with Frans Steyn after the Boks’ World Cup squad announcement.

Gqoboka set for Montpellier loan

Springbok and Vodacom Bulls prop Lizo Gqoboka is set to join Top 14 giants Montpellier on a short-term loan deal during the World Cup.

Watch: ‘Best Bok environment I’ve been in’

Faf de Klerk explains why he had goosebumps at the World Cup squad announcement, and touches on the Boks’ improved decision-making and why this is the best environment he’s ever experienced.

Erasmus: Bok standby list still dynamic

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says he is still finalising his list of players to be on standby during the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

Etzebeth: I can focus on World Cup

Eben Etzebeth says he has been assured by police that he will not be implicated following allegations of an unsavoury incident in Langebaan on the weekend.

Watch: Gwijo squad at Bok squad announcement

The Gwijo squad introduced the Springboks’ World Cup squad announcement on Monday.

Crotty to make injury comeback

Ryan Crotty has been given permission by All Blacks management to play for Canterbury in the Mitre 10 Cup after recovering from a thumb injury.

Boks first to embrace Japanese heat

Rassie Erasmus has explained the decision to arrive early in Japan and why he will split his squad over the course of the World Cup pool phase. JON CARDINELLI in Johannesburg reports.