Zippy Zebo to fuel Irish fire
Fullback Simon Zebo has the ability to inspire Ireland to an invaluable victory over Italy at London’s Olympic Stadium on Sunday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Fullback Simon Zebo has the ability to inspire Ireland to an invaluable victory over Italy at London’s Olympic Stadium on Sunday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Wales saw off a spirited effort from Fiji to clinch an important, albeit unconvincing, 23-13 win in Cardiff on Thursday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
The breakdown battle is sure to be a decisive element in this Saturday’s clash between England and the Wallabies, with David Pocock the major dangerman, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Western Province’s hopes of hosting a semi-final will be on the line when they face the log-leading Golden Lions at Ellis Park, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Jonathan Joseph will return from injury to start in the midfield for England against the Wallabies on Saturday.
The Wallabies have named an unchanged starting lineup from their opening World Cup match for this Saturday's crucial clash against England at Twickenham.
Marco Wentzel returns to the Sharks' starting XV and resumes the captaincy for Saturday's clash against Griquas in Kimberley.
Fourie du Preez will lead the Springboks against Scotland at St James’ Park on Saturday.
Jean de Villiers successfully underwent surgery on his broken jaw in Cape Town on Wednesday.
The ability of returning All Blacks wing Waisake Naholo to quickly get back up to speed is likely to influence the margin of victory against Georgia, writes CRAIG LEWIS.