Mapimpi is Boks’ big success story
Makazole Mapimpi, the first South African to score a try in a World Cup final, is the Springboks’ most-improved player over the past two years, writes JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo.
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‘Siya symbolises SA’s fighting spirit’
Bongi Mbonambi has praised Siya Kolisi’s leadership in the wake of the Springboks’ World Cup final triumph. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Departing Flo relishes World Cup redemption
After two unsuccessful World Cup campaigns veteran flank Francois Louw is thrilled to finish his Test career with a winners’ medal. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Faf: Mapimpi try the watershed
Faf de Klerk says the Springboks started to believe that the World Cup title was in the bag after Makazole Mapimpi scored late in the second half. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
‘Bringing SA people hope is a privilege’
Rassie Erasmus says that it’s not the Springboks’ responsibility but their privilege to bring South African supporters hope in what are troubled times for the country. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Power delivers the glory for Siya’s Boks
Siya Kolisi’s Springboks have made history after hammering England 32-12 on Saturday and claiming South Africa’s third World Cup title. JON CARDINELLI at the Yokohama Stadium reports.
Final to witness chess battle for the ages
Rassie Erasmus’ tactical nous and innovation will be put to the ultimate test when he goes up against grandmaster Eddie Jones in the World Cup final, writes JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo.
Siya grateful to have dad’s support
Fezakele Kolisi has arrived in Japan and will be at the Yokohama Stadium on Saturday to watch his son make history. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
‘No pressure, Polly’
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick believes that the battle of the boot between Handre Pollard and Owen Farrell will decide the World Cup final. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Bok terrier to rattle England’s big dogs
Faf de Klerk holds the key to South Africa’s success on defence in the World Cup final, writes JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo.
