World Cup

Meyer’s big call at 13

The Springboks need Damian de Allende to start at No 12 in the crunch match against Samoa. Heyneke Meyer’s real poser is who to back at No 13, writes JON CARDINELLI in Birmingham.

Boks defend backfiring game plan

Ricardo Loubscher says the Springboks’ issues are minor and that the team will aim to score more tries at this World Cup, reports JON CARDINELLI in Birmingham.

Boks slip to sixth in rankings

The Springboks have plummeted to sixth position in the World Rugby rankings following their 34-32 loss to Japan.

‘Samoa clash like a final’

Schalk Burger says the Springboks have to take the fight to Samoa in a must-win clash at Villa Park this Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Birmingham.

Duane fit for Samoa clash

Duane Vermeulen is available for selection while Willem Alberts could also make a timely return when the Springboks tackle Samoa on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Birmingham.

Genia to guide Wallabies to win

The impact of Will Genia on his return to the starting lineup will be key for the Wallabies against Fiji at the Millennium Stadium on Wednesday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Scotland’s Saffas face Japanese test

WP Nel and Josh Strauss can help Scotland avoid the same fate as the Springboks when they take on Japan in Gloucester on Wednesday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Fofana to ignite Les Bleus backline

Wesley Fofana's timely return from injury could spark the French backline against Romania at London's Olympic Stadium on Wednesday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.