Quotes of the day: ‘It was a quiet singalong’

A selection of the best quotes from coaches and players at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan on Monday.

De Allende excited by SBW challenge

Springbok centre Damian de Allende is looking forward to potentially clashing with All Blacks midfielder Sonny Bill Williams in Saturday’s Pool B opener.

Boks expect All Blacks attacking evolution

Springbok assistant coach Matt Proudfoot says they are anticipating something new from the All Blacks attack in their World Cup opener in Yokohama on Saturday.

Am: Boks have grown on defence

Hear what Bok backs Lukhanyo Am and Faf de Klerk had to say ahead of Saturday’s World Cup opener against the All Blacks in Yokohama.

Sharks confirm Ox capture

The Sharks have confirmed the signing of prop Ox Nche from the Cheetahs.

Brown backs Kolbe at World Cup

Blitzboks great Kyle Brown is backing former teammate Cheslin Kolbe to shine for the Springboks at the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

May: England have brilliant players

Wing Jonny May says there is genuine reason to believe England can achieve something special at the World Cup in Japan.

SABC won’t broadcast RWC

The South African Broadcasting Commission has confirmed that it will not broadcast any matches of the 2019 Rugby World Cup, which kicks off in Japan on Friday.

Daily wrap from Japan: ‘Savea is a threat’

From the Springbok camp: We take a look at what happened on Monday as the Boks continue preparations for their opening World Cup clash with the All Blacks on Saturday.

Vermeulen seals Exeter move

The Exeter Chiefs have confirmed the signing of ex-Sharks loose forward Jacques Vermeulen on a permanent three-year deal, effective immediately.