World Cup

Watch: Ox is a try-scoring machine too!

Hailed “the most destructive loosehead in the world” after mauling England in the World Cup, Ox Nche here pins his ears back and scores a long-range try for the Cheetahs.

All Blacks to drop ‘bomb’ on Boks

Tamaiti Williams recognises the strength of the Bok bench, but the All Blacks prop is relishing the physical challenge when the teams clash in the World Cup final on Saturday.

PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 21: Rassie Erasmus, Director of Rugby of South Africa look on prior to the Rugby World Cup France 2023 semi final match between England and South Africa at Stade de France on October 21, 2023 in Paris, France.

Jake: Rassie doesn’t need to fuel Boks’ fire

Drawing on his experience of guiding the Springboks to the 2007 World Cup, Jake White says the opportunity to write a piece of history is more than enough motivation for the defending champions.

Boks brace for All Blacks blitz

The Springboks will try to deny New Zealand an early lead as they expect the All Blacks to fly out of the blocks in Saturday’s World Cup final.

South Africa's fly-half Handre Pollard hits and converts a penalty kick leading to South Africa winning the France 2023 Rugby World Cup semi-final match between England and South Africa at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, on the outskirts of Paris, on October 21, 2023.

Mils: Pollard to make All Blacks ‘uncomfortable’

Former New Zealand international Mils Muliaina says the Springboks need to start Handre Pollard if they want to beat the All Blacks in Saturday’s World Cup final.

South Africa's flanker Kwagga Smith (C) celebrates scoring a try during the pre-World Cup Rugby Union match between New Zealand and South Africa at Twickenham Stadium in west London, on August 25, 2023.

All Blacks take lessons from Twickenham massacre

In Saturday’s World Cup final, the Springboks can expect an All Blacks side that will know how to cope with the challenges they faced when the two teams last clashed at Twickenham.

All Blacks: Bring on the Boks!

The All Blacks are both “mentally and physically” ready for Saturday’s World Cup final against rivals South Africa, according to defence coach Scott McLeod.

Barnes to blow World Cup final

World Rugby has officially confirmed that veteran English referee Wayne Barnes has been appointed as the man in the middle for Saturday’s World Cup final in Paris.

England skipper to quit after World Cup

England vice-captain Courtney Lawes has announced he will retire from international duty at the completion of the World Cup.

Ian Foster coach of New Zealand (L) and Rassie Erasmus coach of South Africa chat duringg the Rugby Championship test match between New Zealand and South Africa played at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland on July 15, 2023.

Rassie versus the All Blacks

The 2023 Rugby World Cup final marks the 11th meeting between the Springboks and All Blacks since the appointment of Rassie Erasmus in 2018, South Africa having won four and drawing once.