Reinach nominated for Try of the Year

Cobus Reinach’s hat-trick try against Canada has been shortlisted as one of the four best tries of the year ahead of the World Rugby Awards on Sunday.

Wales change 9 for bronze clash

Departing Wales coach Warren Gatland has made nine changes to the side that lost to South Africa for Friday’s bronze medal clash with the All Blacks.

Bookies shorten Bok odds

Local bookmakers have increased South Africa’s chances of winning their third World Cup trophy with odds being lowered after Monday’s opening price.

Kolisi’s cool head a blessing amid the hype

Siya Kolisi’s humble nature as well as his ability to focus on what matters most will be crucial in a potentially historic week for South African rugby, writes JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo.

SABC to broadcast RWC final

The South African Broadcasting Corporation has confirmed that it will broadcast the 2019 Rugby World Cup final between the Springboks and England in Yokohama on Saturday.

Rassie’s World Cup plan pays off

The Springboks look set to reap the benefits of a long-term conditioning plan as well as a smart player management approach in the upcoming World Cup final, writes JON CARDINELLI in Yokohama.

SBW calls for islanders’ inclusion

New Zealand centre Sonny Bill Williams has called on the country’s governing body to ensure that the new coaching unit includes someone with Pacific Island or Māori blood.

Sherylle Calder: Proven visionary

South African vision coach Sherylle Calder stands to win her third World Cup medal when she travels with England to Japan, writes JON CARDINELLI in SA Rugby Magazine.

Top Welsh site picks De Allende as top performer

A leading Welsh website has picked Springbok centre Damian de Allende as one of the six contenders to be Rugby World Cup Player of the Tournament.

Boks vs All Blacks in the final – bookies

The Springboks are likely to cruise past Wales on Sunday and into a final against the All Blacks, according to the bookmakers.