Sexton, Murray start for Ireland

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has named a strong starting lineup that includes Jonathan Sexton for their World Cup warm-up against Wales in Dublin.

Smith to start for Lions

Dylan Smith will start after the Lions have made one injury-enforced change to their starting lineup for the Currie Cup final against the Cheetahs.

Watch: Joost vs Lomu in ’95

Springbok scrumhalf Joost van der Westhuizen had a spectacular duel with All Blacks wing Jonah Lomu during the 1995 World Cup final.

Wales near full strength against Ireland

Alun Wyn Jones has returned to the starting lineup to lead Wales in their final World Cup warm-up against Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.

Are the Springboks amongst WC Favourites?

The Springboks have been installed as the new second favourites for World Cup glory after leapfrogging England and Ireland in the bookmakers’ estimations. It follows an extremely strong month in which Rassie Erasmus’ men vanquished Australia, drew with the All-Blacks and beat Argentina.

In pictures: Bok captain’s run in Japan

Check out some of the images from the Springboks’ captain’s run in Kumagaya ahead of Friday’s clash with Japan.

Analysis: Kicking key to Currie Cup final

Tyrone Green is set to play a surprising role as the Currie Cup final between the gung-ho Cheetahs and Lions may unexpectedly be decided by a kicking game, writes rugby analyst ZELIM NEL.

Mathie appointed as Griquas coach

Former Vodacom Blue Bulls and Sharks scrumhalf Scott Mathie has been named as Griquas head coach for the 2020-21 season.

Throwback Thursday: Japan upset the Springboks

Ahead of the World Cup warm-up between Japan and the Springboks, take a look back at the 2015 World Cup pool match between the two sides in Brighton.

All Blacks pick Barrett at 10, Smith at fullback

Beauden Barrett will move back to flyhalf in the All Blacks starting lineup to face Tonga in their final World Cup warm-up in Hamilton on Saturday.