Boks, Bongi stay in the ‘bubble’
Jacques Nienaber says the Springboks have not allowed the Bongi Mbonambi-Tom Curry racism saga disrupt their preparations for the World Cup final on Saturday.
Siya: Dropped Boks not ‘sulking’
While the selection of a 7-1 bench for the World Cup final has come at the expense of a few stalwarts of South Africa’s 2023 campaign, there are no hard feelings in the Bok camp.
Bok boss backs 23 ‘warriors’ to defend title
Jacques Nienaber is confident that the most experienced Springbok team ever selected will beat the All Blacks and claim a record fourth World Cup title this weekend.
Boks ready for breakdown battle
Loose forward Kwagga Smith emphasised the significance of securing possession when the Springboks and All Blacks lock horns in the World Cup final on Saturday.
Record-breakers Pollard, Faf start for Boks
Handre Pollard and Faf de Klerk are the only two changes to the Springbok XV, with a return to a 7-1 bench, to face the All Blacks in the World Cup final on Saturday.
All clear for Bongi to play final
World Rugby has not found any evidence for a racial complaint against Bongi Mbonambi, and the Springbok hooker is free to face the All Blacks on Saturday.
World Cup picks!
Catch the SARugbymag.co.za team’s predictions for the World Cup final between the Boks and All Blacks.
Willie: Never write off the All Blacks
Willie le Roux insisted that the Springboks would not underestimate the All Blacks when the two teams square off in the World Cup final in Paris on Saturday.
Ox hopes for sweet taste of RWC success
Ox Nche smiled as the Springbok loosehead prop reeled off the desserts he had tasted during the World Cup in France following last week’s semi-final win over England.
Your Bok team for the final!
There are two changes to the Bok team that beat England for the World Cup final against the All Blacks, as selected by SARugbymag.co.za readers.
