South Africa's director of rugby Rassie Erasmus confirmed that Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth is expected to be sidelined for up to 10 days with a shoulder injury.
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber praised his team for opening their Rugby World Cup campaign with an 18-3 victory against Scotland at Stade de Marseille on Sunday, and said it was “the first step in the right direction” for the team.
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok produced a moment of magic with an incredible ‘no look’ pass to assist Kurt-Lee Arendse to score South Africa’s second try against Scotland.
Springboks coach Jacques Nienaber praised his forwards performance in their 18-3 victory over Scotland in their Rugby World Cup opener on Sunday.
The Springboks got their Rugby World Cup title defence off to the perfect start following their 18-3 victory over Scotland in Marseille on Sunday.
South Africa’s Rugby World Cup opener against Scotland in Marseille on Sunday will set the tone for their title defence and captain Siya Kolisi believes it is the perfect opportunity to kick-start their campaign in France.
Scotland scrum coach Pieter De Villiers has warned South Africa that there would be ‘no place to hide’ when the two sides meet in the Rugby World Cup opener at Stade de Marseille on Sunday.
Duane Vermeulen has warned his side to be wary of the threat Scottish 'magician' Finn Russell possesses ahead of the Springboks' World Cup opener against Scotland at Orange Velodrome on Sunday.
England secured their place in the final following a 46-40 victory over defending champions New Zealand while Australia secured their spot after a 57-54 win over Jamaica in the semi-finals of the Netball World Cup.
South Africa missed out on a semi-final spot despite claiming a 52-50 victory over Uganda while Australia suffered their first defeat after going down 56-55 against England in Netball World Cup action on Thursday.