Beast: Boks to go back to back
Iconic SA loosehead prop Tendai Mtawarira is confident the Springboks can defend the Webb Ellis Cup in France and claim an unprecedented fourth World Cup title.
Cup excitement builds in Bok camp
Cobus Reinach and Manie Libbok can’t wait for the Springboks to kick off their World Cup campaign after arriving in Corsica, the first stop in the buildup to their title defence.
All Blacks great: We’re still better than Boks
Jeff Wilson has dismissed New Zealand’s record loss to South Africa and its relevance on the World Cup, saying that effort from the Springboks was the best they’re capable of.
Duane: There’s still a lot in the tank
Duane Vermeulen expects an even more clinical effort from the Springboks in their World Cup opener against Scotland following the record-breaking win over New Zealand.
Rampant Boks put the world on notice
The relevance of the historic thrashing of the All Blacks on Friday night must not be dismissed as the Boks chase an unprecedented fourth World Cup title, writes MARK KEOHANE.
‘Proud’ Siya prioritises RWC defence
Skipper Siya Kolisi warned the “hard work starts now” after the Springboks completed their World Cup preparations with a record win against the All Blacks on Friday.
Willemse locks in for France warm-up
SA-born second-row titan Paul Willemse starts in France’s final World Cup prep match against Australia this weekend, head coach Fabien Galthie has announced.
Scotland take aim at Springboks
Gregor Townsend wants Scotland to raise their game in their final World Cup warm-up match in preparation for a crunch opener with defending champions, the Springboks.
Pumas lose prop for World Cup
Argentina suffered a major blow when veteran prop Nahuel Tetaz Chaparro was ruled out of the World Cup after rupturing his Achilles tendon, the country’s federation said.
Capuozzo leads RWC charge for Azzurri
Backline ace Ange Capuozzo has shrugged off fitness concerns and will travel to the World Cup in France after being selected in the Italy squad announced on Tuesday.
