World Cup

Watch: Bok barges over for Baabaas

Springbok powerhouse Jean-Luc du Preez showed incredible strength to score for the Barbarians in a World Cup warm-up match against Samoa.

Gatland writes off Bok Test

Warren Gatland said that Liam Williams and Dan Biggar could have faced the Springboks on Saturday, but “there was no point” risking the Wales veterans before the World Cup.

England boss slams Farrell ‘attacks’

Steve Borthwick said Owen Farrell had been subjected to “personal attacks” as the England captain was again forced to face the possibility of missing the start of the World Cup.

Hotshot coach answers Eddie’s SOS

Wallabies boss Eddie Jones has roped in one of the rising stars in Australian coaching, following the exit of a member staff on the eve of their departure for the World Cup.

Kolbe takes Canan under his wing

World Cup hero Cheslin Kolbe is excited to face Wales on Saturday, as part of a new-look Springbok back three that includes rising star Canan Moodie.

Bok World Cup jersey revealed

The wait to unveil South Africa’s kit for the World Cup has seemingly ended, with the first look at the jersey – and placement of the Springbok emblem – being revealed.

RWC 2011: Breaking the curse

SA Rugby magazine looks back at the 2011 World Cup, which saw the All Blacks claim a long-awaited second title on home soil.

All Blacks sing their national anthem at Forsyth Barr Stadium

All Blacks stars to miss Bok duel

The All Blacks will be without two pivotal players for their clash with the Springboks in London, and are also set to miss New Zealand’s World Cup opener against France.

Frans fired up for cup warm-ups

Frans Malherbe says the Springboks are ready for an all-out battle against Wales on Saturday, as it is exactly what the world champions need to prime them for the World Cup.