‘Boks must control pace of game’

Defence coach John McFarland says the Springboks expect Japan to play a quick game in Brighton on Saturday.

World Cup Daily (Episode 2)

The All Blacks and Japan are officially welcomed to the tournament.

World Cup Daily (Episode 1)

World Rugby speaks to Richie McCaw upon the All Blacks arrival in England, with Fiji becoming the first team to be officially welcomed to the tournament.

What we’ve learned

Five lessons from the past weekend's Currie Cup matches, according to SIMON BORCHARDT.

Boks not to blame for fans ‘snub’

Jean de Villiers has apologised to Springbok fans for not being able to greet them at Heathrow airport.

Lions survive Bulls’ fightback

The Golden Lions beat the Vodacom Blue Bulls 36-28 at Loftus on Saturday, having led 30-0 late in the first half. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Springbok send-off

Fans wished the Boks well at Montecasino before they left for the World Cup.

Make them Giants #WearTheRose

England rugby's animation video shows how support can make the team stronger going into the 2015 World Cup.

Hawkeye in rugby

How Hawkeye technology will help match officials at the 2015 World Cup.

McCaw’s last lap

Richie McCaw hopes to end a glittering career by lifting the Webb Ellis Cup for a second time, writes MARC HINTON.