Siya: Dropped Boks not ‘sulking’
While the selection of a 7-1 bench for the World Cup final has come at the expense of a few stalwarts of South Africa’s 2023 campaign, there are no hard feelings in the Bok camp.
Bok boss backs 23 ‘warriors’ to defend title
Jacques Nienaber is confident that the most experienced Springbok team ever selected will beat the All Blacks and claim a record fourth World Cup title this weekend.
Boks ready for breakdown battle
Loose forward Kwagga Smith emphasised the significance of securing possession when the Springboks and All Blacks lock horns in the World Cup final on Saturday.
Record-breakers Pollard, Faf start for Boks
Handre Pollard and Faf de Klerk are the only two changes to the Springbok XV, with a return to a 7-1 bench, to face the All Blacks in the World Cup final on Saturday.
All clear for Bongi to play final
World Rugby has not found any evidence for a racial complaint against Bongi Mbonambi, and the Springbok hooker is free to face the All Blacks on Saturday.
Willie: Never write off the All Blacks
Willie le Roux insisted that the Springboks would not underestimate the All Blacks when the two teams square off in the World Cup final in Paris on Saturday.
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Cheika recalls Pumas veterans for bronze final
Michael Cheika has made three changes to Argentina’s starting XV from the loss to New Zealand for the World Cup bronze final against England on Friday.
Smith returns for overhauled England
Marcus Smith is back at fullback in one of eight changes to England’s starting lineup for the World Cup bronze playoff against Argentina on Friday night.
Matfield: Boks will ‘be at their best’ in final
Victor Matfield has backed the Springboks to return to their physically imposing selves in the World Cup final after two draining playoff matches.
