Stat attack: Bok centres, Kolbe fired
DYLAN JACK looks at where the World Cup clash between the Springboks and Italy in Shizuoka on Friday was won and lost.
Ratings: Kolbe, De Allende on cloud nine
The Springboks produced a powerful forward performance to see off Italy. JOHN GOLIATH rates the Boks following their crucial Pool B win.
Bok selection shake-up a good thing
Rassie Erasmus’ bold selections this week should serve as a timely reminder that long-serving ‘first-choice’ players cannot rest on their laurels, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Kriel injury a blow to Bok depth
Rassie Erasmus may be forced to play Frans Steyn and Damian de Allende in tandem if first-choice No 13 Lukhanyo Am breaks down in the coming weeks, writes JON CARDINELLI in Omaezaki.
Boks seriously locked and loaded
Lood de Jager deservedly gets another start for Springboks, but having so many locks in the 23-man squad and only two reserve backs for the Italy clash is quite bizarre, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
Boks need diversity in attack
The Springboks need to adopt a two-pronged approach in attack if they want to go deep into the tournament, writes former Bok hooker JAMES DALTON.
Chester inspired us to dream big
On the eve of the 2019 World Cup, it’s worth remembering how late Bok great Chester Williams inspired a generation of players and fans, writes former Springbok STEFAN TERBLANCHE.
Namibia and the rest belong
Tier-two rugby nations may not always perform on the field, but their impact off it makes it special to have them at the World Cup, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
World Cup Tour Tales: Week 2 (Nagoya)
JON CARDINELLI reflects on a week of free sake, traditional dining experiences and locals with a taste for Springbok rugby.
Japan result crucial for World Cup
A World Cup pool phase facing criticism for predictability received a much-needed shot of life with Japan’s stunning result over Ireland on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
