World Cup

‘Siya symbolises SA’s fighting spirit’

Bongi Mbonambi has praised Siya Kolisi’s leadership in the wake of the Springboks’ World Cup final triumph. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Watch: Boks’ World Cup final tries

Relive the moments when wings Makazole Mapimpi and Cheslin Kolbe scored the Springboks’ two tries against England in the World Cup final on Saturday.

Boks win: 9 things you need to know

Nine interesting facts about the Springboks and their World Cup history after they claimed their third title by downing England 32-12 in Yokohama.

Departing Flo relishes World Cup redemption

After two unsuccessful World Cup campaigns veteran flank Francois Louw is thrilled to finish his Test career with a winners’ medal. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Faf: Mapimpi try the watershed

Faf de Klerk says the Springboks started to believe that the World Cup title was in the bag after Makazole Mapimpi scored late in the second half. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Watch: Prince Harry’s message to Boks

Check out the scenes from the Boks’ change-room celebrations, including a message from Prince Harry with a beer in hand.

‘Bringing SA people hope is a privilege’

Rassie Erasmus says that it’s not the Springboks’ responsibility but their privilege to bring South African supporters hope in what are troubled times for the country. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.

Watch: Boks’ message to South Africa

The Springboks thanked South Africans for their messages of support after their World Cup victory on Saturday.

Bok ratings: Give the boys a beer!

The Springboks produced their best performance of the World Cup to down England in the final. JOHN GOLIATH rates the triumphant Boks following their 32-12 win.