Ox raring to charge at Wales
Ox Nche has successfully recovered from the gym mishap that resulted in his pectoral injury and is determined to make a strong impression in his first Test of the year against Wales on Saturday.
Biggar back at 10 against Boks
Dan Biggar will pull the strings as Wales named a much-changed matchday-23 to face the Springboks in their final World Cup warm-up in Cardiff on Saturday.
France defence guru: Where must we tackle?
Owen Farrell has received a surprise supporter in the form of France and former Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards, who jumped to the defence of the England captain.
Four Saffas in Scotland’s RWC squad
Duhan van der Merwe leads a strong contingent of South African-born players named in Scotland’s 33-player squad for the World Cup.
Bok trio to tackle Samoa
Three of the Springboks’ World Cup standby players will turn out for the Barbarians in a warm-up match against Samoa in Brive on Friday night.
Bok coach: Kolisi’s return no miracle
Jacques Nienaber has hailed Siya Kolisi for his “old-fashioned hard work” in recovering from knee surgery in time to make it onto the field for the Springboks before the World Cup.
Listen: Ford slips up on Farrell escape
George Ford narrowly sidestepped admitting that fellow England flyhalf Owen Farrell “got away with” a dangerous tackle against Wales.
Nienaber: Boks have ‘more depth’ than 2019
Jacques Nienaber hailed the depth that the Springboks have been able to create as they settle on their combinations for their World Cup title defence.
Pacific Islanders erupt over Moala ban
Players have pulled no punches in making their feelings known after Tonga centre George Moala was hit with a 10-week ban for a tip-tackle in the warm-up against Canada.
Farrell cleared of red card
Owen Farrell is free to play for England at the World Cup after a foul play review committee rescinded his red card for a dangerous tackle against Wales.
