World Cup

‘Northern nations now have real belief’

Former England hooker Brian Moore says the top northern hemisphere teams can expect, rather than hope, to win the 2019 World Cup in Japan.

SA Rugby must tackle player burnout

The Springboks will desperately need the buy-in of the Super Rugby franchises when it comes to the management of frontline players in a World Cup year, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Five takeaways from past weekend

What we learned from the Test between the Springboks and Scotland on Saturday, as well as Ireland’s win over the All Blacks, according to CRAIG LEWIS.

Solomons: Boks can win World Cup

Worcester Warriors director of rugby Alan Solomons says the Springboks have every chance of winning the 2019 World Cup in Japan.

Watch: 2023 World Cup promo

This promotion for the 2023 World Cup in France says you do not have to wear a rugby jersey to be a rugby player.

Boks can learn from Twickenham letdown

The Springboks have more important matters to concern themselves with than the last-minute refereeing blunder on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

The inclusion of players such as Gio Aplon, Ruhan Nel, Cheslin Kolbe, Sergeal Petersen and Schalk Brits indicates a willingness to think differently when it comes to Springbok selection, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Watch: Sharks press conference

Coach Robert du Preez and co-captain Chiliboy Ralepelle address the media after the Sharks’ 17-12 win against Western Province in the Currie Cup final at Newlands.

‘Bok belief is growing’

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks’ recent performances against the All Blacks have made him hopeful of the team’s chances at next year’s World Cup, writes CRAIG LEWIS.