World Cup set to be a sellout
More than half of this year’s World Cup pool games have already sold out after tickets went on sale for the general public two days ago.
Springboks face northern threat at World Cup
The Springboks will head into World Cup clashes against the top European teams as underdogs, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Faf: Boks can beat All Blacks at World Cup
Faf de Klerk believes the Springboks can ‘surprise’ the All Blacks in their opening match of the 2019 World Cup.
Springboks to face Japan in World Cup warm-up
The Springboks will play a Test against Japan in Japan on Friday, 6 September 2019 as part of their World Cup preparations.
Woodward: Springboks are declining badly
Former English World Cup-winning coach Clive Woodward believes the ‘declining’ Springboks will not be one of the sides capable of winning the 2019 World Cup.
Richie McCaw: England will push All Blacks
Former All Blacks captain Richie McCaw believes England will pose the biggest threat to New Zealand in the lead-up to the 2019 World Cup.
Kitshoff: Continuity key to World Cup rebound
Steven Kitshoff believes the Springboks will be a force at the 2019 World Cup if the core of the current group is retained. JON CARDINELLI reports.
Dark day for rugby
The decision to award France the 2023 Rugby World Cup has robbed South Africa of a golden opportunity and made a mockery of World Rugby’s selection process, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Alexander: Rules were broken
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has taken aim at World Rugby in the wake of France’s unexpected victory in the 2023 World Cup bid race. JON CARDINELLI in London reports.
France to host 2023 Rugby World Cup
France has been named as the hosts for the 2023 World Cup, despite a recent evaluation report that identified South Africa as the preferred candidate.
