‘We need to convert opportunities into points’
Duane Vermeulen on the Boks’ defensive strength and why their attack needs to improve, while Kwagga Smith speaks about the Welsh threat at the breakdown.
Duane: Wales will demand more of Boks
Duane Vermeulen says that the soaring Springbok lineout must continue its ascent ahead of the World Cup semi-final against Wales. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Italian prop duo to be cited
Italian loosehead props Andrea Lovotti and Nicola Quaglio will both be cited for their involvement in a tip-tackle on Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen.
Watch: Italy prop’s tip-tackle
Italy prop Andrea Lovotti was shown a red card for this tip tackle on Duane Vermeulen, but should Nicola Quaglio also have been carded?
‘All Blacks have opened new can of worms’
Springbok defence coach Jacques Nienaber has highlighted the threat of the new All Blacks attacking system ahead of the showdown in Yokohama on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Boks shedding weight in Japan
Springbok head of athletic performance Aled Walters says the team is ready for anything the Japanese conditions can throw at them during of the World Cup.
Breaking down the Boks’ loose forwards
SARugbymag.co.za looks at the Springboks’ back-row options for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.
Boks ready to brave Japanese elements
Duane Vermeulen and Cheslin Kolbe say it is difficult to get accustomed to the weather conditions in Japan.
Watch: ‘Tough to play in Japan’
Duane Vermeulen talks about his unconventional journey, how the Bok coaches and players have gelled, and why Japan’s humidity is the worst.
Vermeulen: Boks’ work far from done
Duane Vermeulen says the Springboks’ Rugby Championship title win will act as an important stepping stone towards the World Cup.
