Watch: Boks’ World Cup semi-finals
Ahead of the Springboks’ semi-final against Wales, SA Rugby magazine looks back at South Africa’s previous semi-finals at the World Cup.
Proudfoot: Opposition determines our bench
Matt Proudfoot says the Boks’ opponents determine the makeup of the replacements bench, while Bongi Mbonambi confirms he’s fit to face Wales.
Cheika: I have to stand by my word
Michael Cheika says he would have loved to stay on as Wallabies coach, but had to be true to his word that he would walk away if the team did not go on to win the World Cup.
Recap: Your weekend in rugby
A look back at some of the biggest stories in the world of rugby over the past weekend. Catch up with the news here.
‘We trust our system’
Hear how Rassie Erasmus lauds his team’s excellent defensive organisation despite being under immense pressure in the World Cup quarter-final against Japan on Sunday.
Faf: I really enjoyed the game
Have a listen to what Bok scrumhalf Faf de Klerk had to say after being named Man of the Match in Sunday’s quarter-final, before receiving the award from famous Japanese artist Yoshiki.
Watch: Beast apologises for dangerous tackle
Check out this post-match clip as Beast Mtawarira embraces and apologises to fellow loosehead prop Keita Inagaki for a tackle that got the Bok stalwart a yellow card.
Highlights: Springboks vs Japan
The Springboks booked a World Cup semi-final date with Wales after defeating Japan 26-3 in their quarter-final clash on Sunday.
Watch: Mapimpi’s tries with Xhosa commentary
Watch Makazole Mapimpi’s two tries for the Springboks with Xhosa commentary in their quarter-final victory over Japan on Sunday.
‘We’re proud of what we’ve achieved’
Japan coach Jamie Joseph admitted his disappointment for his players as their World Cup journey came to an end against the Boks on Sunday.
