Saluting Brussow, the Springbok terrier

Heinrich Brussow’s intelligence and character enabled him to leave an underrated mark on Springbok rugby, writes DYLAN JACK.

Head to Head: Stay or go with Willie?

Mariette Adams and Dylan Jack debate whether the Springboks should persist or desist with Willie le Roux at fullback for their semi-final against Wales on Sunday.

Brussow forced to call time on career

Former Springbok and Northampton Saints flank Heinrich Brussow has announced his retirement from rugby with immediate effect.

Boks welcome level playing field

Assistant coach Matt Proudfoot says it will suit the Springboks to play against Wales at a neutral venue for a change.

‘Can you imagine Ronaldo or Messi cleaning up?’

A selection of the best quotes from players, coaches and referees at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan on Monday.

Wales have played their ‘get out of jail card’

Wales coach Warren Gatland says his team has to produce an improved performance in their World Cup semi-final against the Springboks on Sunday.

In pictures: Boks vs Japan

Check out some of the pictures from the Boks’ 26-3 World Cup quarter-final win against Japan in Tokyo on Sunday.

Wales’ Navidi is out of the World Cup

Wales No 8 Josh Navidi has been ruled out of the World Cup because of a hamstring injury.

‘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.

Boks close in on Wales in rankings

The Springboks have climbed to fourth in the World Rugby rankings following their 26-3 quarter-final win over Japan on Sunday.