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.

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.

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.

Boks primed for ‘massive’ title battle

Assistant Deon Davids anticipates an epic showdown between the Springboks and the All Blacks in the World Cup final on Saturday, noting the rich history between the teams.

State of the URC: Stormers, Bulls surge out the blocks

There were big wins for the DHL Stormers and Vodacom Bulls in the opening round of the 2023-24 Vodacom URC, while the Lions didn’t come away empty-handed in defeat.

All Blacks icon relishing ‘last dance’ in Paris

Aaron Smith says he is going to enjoy his “last dance” for New Zealand, hoping like Dan Carter and Richie McCaw in 2015 that he bows out by lifting the World Cup trophy.

Boks won’t play England on emotions

Bongi Mbonambi has dismissed England’s talk of revenge in Saturday’s World Cup clash, with Bok teammate Pieter-Steph du Toit drawing motivation from his compatriots.

Semi-packed stadium for Bok duel

World Cup organisers face criticism for steep ticket prices, reportedly leaving thousands of seats empty for Saturday’s clash between England and South Africa in Paris.

Ref change for Boks vs England clash

World Rugby have confirmed a match official replacement for the World Cup semi-final between defending champions, the Springboks, and England in Paris on Saturday.

Mo’unga puts World Cup woe behind him

Kiwi flyhalf Richie Mo’unga exorcised the ghosts of the 2019 World Cup semi-final loss by England with a commanding performance in the thrashing of Argentina on Friday.