South Africa waits and hopes

World Rugby’s preferred 2023 World Cup host candidate will learn on Wednesday if it has succeeded in its quest to bring the tournament back to South Africa. JON CARDINELLI in London reports.

Pollard ready to take charge

Handré Pollard feels that he has the patience as well as the tactical ability to lift the Springboks out of their current slump. JON CARDINELLI in London reports.

Highlights: France XV vs All Blacks

The All Blacks scored four tries in their 28-23 win in Lyon.

Stander welcomes Van Graan arrival

Ireland loose forward CJ Stander believes incoming coach Johann van Graan will be a natural fit at Munster.

All Blacks hold off France XV

The All Blacks scored four tries in their 28-23 victory against a France XV in front of a 60,000 crowd in Lyon on Tuesday.

Bulls, Stormers to clash in USA

The Bulls and Stormers will play a pre-season match in Los Angeles on 3 February.

Watch: Springbok press conference

What Franco Smith and Handré Pollard had to say at Tuesday’s press conference in Paris.

‘Week of truth for French rugby’

What the French newspapers are saying on Tuesday about the Test against the Springboks.

Wilco, Duane set to start

At least two personnel changes are expected ahead of the must-win clash against France this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Paris.

Boks face mental hurdle

Allister Coetzee admits that it will be tough to pick the Springboks up following their record-breaking loss to Ireland. JON CARDINELLI in Paris reports.