Beaumont to hand Japan tier-1 status
World Rugby is set to certify Japan as a tier-one rugby nation following the Brave Blossoms successful run at the 2019 World Cup.
Watch: Handre Pollard – The Sharpshooter (2019 RWC)
Handre Pollard’s boot played a vital role in helping the Springboks clinch the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan. We look at how the Springbok flyhalf scored all of his 69 points to become the tournament’s top point-scorer.
RWC highlighted potential of minnows
The World Cup in Japan proved that second-tier nations can stage big games and tournaments when given the opportunity, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Bok hooker still trying to get home
Malcolm Marx may have to wait another two weeks before he can fly back to South Africa from Japan, reports JON CARDINELLI.
It’s official: Tokyo Olympics to be postponed until 2021
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has reached an agreement with the International Olympic Committee to postpone the games until 2021.
Waiting game for Saffas abroad
Many players based at overseas clubs remain subject to local training regimens despite the pandemic and their desire to return to their families in South Africa. JON CARDINELLI reports.
2019 RWC most watched rugby event ever
A record of around 857-million people watched the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan via World Rugby’s network of rights-holding broadcast partners, translating into a 26% increase in viewership from the tournament in England in 2015.
Coronavirus puts Super Rugby matches at risk
An outbreak of the deadly coronavirus in Japan is threatening to force the cancellation of Vodacom Super Rugby games involving the Tokyo-based Sunwolves.
B&I Lions set for Japan warm-up
The British & Irish Lions are reportedly lining up a historic first Test against Japan before their 2021 tour to South Africa.
Record attendance for Top League
The Japanese Top League season kicked off over the weekend with record attendance numbers for the opening round of action.
