Frans Steyn

Boks win: 9 things you need to know

Nine interesting facts about the Springboks and their World Cup history after they claimed their third title by downing England 32-12 in Yokohama.

Frans: I’m stressing a bit more these days

2007 World Cup-winner Frans Steyn believes he’s a lot more serious about playing in a final this time around, while Pieter-Steph du Toit says the Boks will draw a line in the sand.

‘Extra motivation to win for our country’

Rassie on what another RWC win would do for South Africa as a nation and why he respects Eddie Jones for his media mind games and work ethic.

Maro Itoje being tackled by Duane Vermeulen Springboks

Stats and Facts: Boks vs England

All the stats and facts for the World Cup final between South Africa and England in Yokohama on Saturday.

Erasmus: Steyn’s experience important for Boks

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says experienced back Frans Steyn has been a calming influence on the team during the high-pressure week of a World Cup final.

‘We’ve been honest from the outset’

Rassie Erasmus on telling eight players that they won’t feature in the quarter-final, while Matt Proudfoot comments on his valuable coaching stint in Japan.

Boks brace for heat in Kobe cauldron

The Springboks will need to adjust their approach when they meet Canada under the roof at the Kobe Misaki Stadium, writes JON CARDINELLI in Kobe.

Erasmus: Steyn did not shoo Mapimpi away

Rassie Erasmus says it’s sad that some people saw something ‘negative’ and misread the situation involving Makazole Mapimpi and a celebration huddle for bench players after Friday’s match against Italy.