All Blacks slip, Boks rise in rankings
Makazole Mapimpi, Faf de Klerk and Damian de Allende celebrate

All Blacks slip, Boks rise in rankings

There were four positional changes in the top five of the World Rugby rankings following the final round of World Cup warm-up fixtures this weekend. (more…)

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Chester helped us to dream

Chester Williams not only revolutionised wing play in South Africa, but also inspired black kids to rise above their circumstances, writes JOHN GOLIATH. (more…)

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Japan is no country for tired men
The Boks catch their breath in Saitama

Japan is no country for tired men

The World Cup warm-up between Japan and South Africa highlighted the importance of fitness and smart bench management at a tournament staged in punishing heat, writes Jon Cardinelli. (more…)

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Cheetahs outmuscle Lions to claim title
Cheetahs celebrate

Cheetahs outmuscle Lions to claim title

The Free State Cheetahs produced a superior first-half performance to down the Golden Lions 31-28 in the Currie Cup final in Bloemfontein on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI. (more…)

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Nyakane injury not serious
Trevor Nyakane

Nyakane injury not serious

Springbok prop Trevor Nyakane will be fine to play in the World Cup after coming off injured in the warm-up win against Japan on Friday. (more…)

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Five special Bok RWC moments
Fourie du Preez

Five special Bok RWC moments

The Boks will be gunning for their third World Cup win when they battle it out in Japan. JOHN GOLIATH looks at some of South Africa’s memorable moments at the tournament. (more…)

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Springbok revenge hinges on breakdown success
Bok flank Pieter-Steph du Toit

Springbok revenge hinges on breakdown success

The Springbok forwards must set the tone at the collisions and breakdowns in the World Cup warm-up match against Japan in Saitama on Friday, writes JON CARDINELLI. (more…)

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