Stick: We respect Garces
Bok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick on Jerome Garces officiating in Sunday’s semi-final while Faf de Klerk discusses the impact of smaller players at the World Cup.
Faf laughs off box-kick critics
Scrumhalf Faf de Klerk insists the Springboks are on the right tactical track and that the aerial challenge will shape the outcome of the World Cup semi-final against Wales. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
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.
Woodward: Get off Peyper’s back
Former England World Cup-winning coach Sir Clive Woodward says that he fully supports referee Jaco Peyper after his appearance in a controversial photo with Wales fans.
‘We’ve all had chances to slot in’
S’bu Nkosi on the role of the players not selected for the match-day 23 while Francois Louw speaks about the Boks’ desire to win another World Cup.
Wales hopeful on Davies
Wales are confident centre Jonathan Davies will be fit for the World Cup semi-final against the Springboks after he suffered a knee injury.
‘We need to convert opportunities into points’
Duane Vermeulen on the Boks’ defensive strength and why their attack needs to improve, while Kwagga Smith speaks about the Welsh threat at the breakdown.
Daily wrap: How Rassie broke Bok shackles
SA Rugby magazine looks at what happened in Tokyo on Tuesday as the Springboks build toward their World Cup semi-final against Wales.
Edwards: We’ll have to keep an eye out on Kolbe
Defence coach Shaun Edwards sees Cheslin Kolbe as the biggest threat to Wales’ chances of progressing to a first-ever World Cup final.
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.
