De Allende factor may prompt England midfield shuffle
Damian de Allende’s red-hot form might influence England coach Eddie Jones’ choice of midfield pairing for Saturday’s World Cup final against the Springboks, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
Watch: Bok coach’s journey
Check out this Instagram video from Bok Rugby showcasing Rassie Erasmus’ journey from player to coach and the lessons learned along the way.
RWC XV: Backline of the semi-finals
MARIETTE ADAMS selects a backline from the individuals who were impressive in the semi-finals of the World Cup.
SABC to broadcast RWC final
The South African Broadcasting Corporation has confirmed that it will broadcast the 2019 Rugby World Cup final between the Springboks and England in Yokohama on Saturday.
Erasmus: Expansive game won’t win World Cup
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says he feels his side will have to grind out a result against England in the World Cup final on Saturday.
Barnes: Boks should consider Louw for final
Former England flyhalf Stuart Barnes says the Springboks will need to bring Francois Louw into their starting lineup for the World Cup final on Saturday.
Jones: Rassie is a cunning coach
Eddie Jones says that while England are expecting a physical onslaught from the Boks, they are also prepared for an unexpected approach during Saturday’s World Cup final.
Will ‘bomb squad’ alter Jones’ thinking?
The Springboks’ 6-2 bench split doesn’t have universal support, but it seems like the only way Rassie Erasmus’ team will beat England in the World Cup final, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
Habana: Siya’s been an inspiration
Former World Cup winner Bryan Habana believes that Siya Kolisi lifting the World Cup trophy would be a massive achievement for both him and South Africa.
Rassie’s World Cup plan pays off
The Springboks look set to reap the benefits of a long-term conditioning plan as well as a smart player management approach in the upcoming World Cup final, writes JON CARDINELLI in Yokohama.
