‘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.
Daily wrap: How Rassie broke Bok shackles
SA Rugby magazine looks at what happened in Tokyo on Tuesday as the Springboks build toward their World Cup semi-final against Wales.
Edwards: We’ll have to keep an eye out on Kolbe
Defence coach Shaun Edwards sees Cheslin Kolbe as the biggest threat to Wales’ chances of progressing to a first-ever World Cup final.
Boks welcome level playing field
Assistant coach Matt Proudfoot says it will suit the Springboks to play against Wales at a neutral venue for a change.
Bongi: Rassie broke mental shackles
Bongi Mbonambi believes that the Springboks’ transformation over the past two seasons is down to Rassie Erasmus’ honest and open player management approach. JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo reports.
Proudfoot: Opposition determines our bench
Matt Proudfoot says the Boks’ opponents determine the makeup of the replacements bench, while Bongi Mbonambi confirms he’s fit to face Wales.
Wales call up rookie wing
Wing Owen Lane has replaced his Cardiff Blues teammate Josh Navidi in Wales’ World Cup squad.
Wales have played their ‘get out of jail card’
Wales coach Warren Gatland says his team has to produce an improved performance in their World Cup semi-final against the Springboks on Sunday.
SBW linked to league coaching role
The SA Rugby magazine team rounds up some of the interesting news snippets making headlines around the world.
Ambitious Boks must be ruthless
The Springboks’ ticket to the World Cup final hinges on a sharper attacking and aerial display against Wales, writes JON CARDINELLI in Tokyo.
