SA are World Cup host ‘contenders’
World Rugby CEO Brett Gosper has confirmed that South Africa is a contender to host the 2019 World Cup should Japan be stripped of the event.
‘SA rugby is transformed’
Saru president Oregan Hoskins has hit out at those who have criticised the rate of transformation in South African rugby.
Boks must make mental shift
The Springboks can leave the fanfare and controversy behind and embrace a different sort of pressure when they depart for the World Cup this Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports.
Five Saffa expats to watch
JON CARDINELLI looks at the South Africans set to star for adopted nations – and possibly against the Springboks – at the 2015 World Cup.
All eyes on Pool of Death
JON CARDINELLI looks at the teams and players who will make an impact at the World Cup.
Wallabies outgun USA
The Wallabies scored five second-half tries as they secured a 47-10 win over the USA in a World Cup warm-up match in Chicago. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
France edge gallant Scotland
France required a late try by winger Noa Nakaitaci to secure a 19-16 win over Scotland in a World Cup warm-up game in Paris on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Matfield up for World Cup challenge
Bok lock Victor Matfield believes this year’s World Cup is set to be one of the most competitive ever, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
‘No one is exempt from criticism’
Springbok prop Jannie du Plessis says he has learned to deal with criticism differently as he’s become more experienced, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
SA on World Cup standby
South Africa could host the 2019 World Cup if Japan is not able to meet its obligations to do so.
