In Pictures: Springboks vs Wales

Check out some of the pictures from the Boks’ 19-16 World Cup semi-final win against Wales in Yokohama on Sunday.

‘We’ve got our foot in the door’

Lood de Jager says the Springboks are relishing the opportunity to play in a World Cup final after falling short of this goal in 2015. JON CARDINELLI in Yokohama reports.

Boks are already winners

A series of decisive moments from key players in Sunday’s semi-final showcased the immense character and fighting spirit that have come to define this Springbok side, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Watch: Fans celebrate across South Africa

Check out some of the scenes of joy and jubilation as fans celebrate in song and dance across South Africa after the Boks progressed to the World Cup final.

Bok ratings: De Allende, Bok pack shine in semi

The Springboks booked their place in next week’s World Cup final with a thrilling 19-16 victory over Wales. JOHN GOLIATH rates the Boks’ performance in the semi-final.

Preview video: Get fired up for Boks’ semi

Check out this promo video that is sure to get you in the mood for the Springboks’ semi-final battle against Wales in Yokohama.

Rassie: Willie’s ‘calm head’ is needed

Rassie Erasmus says the calming influence of Willie le Roux is crucial for the Boks’ back three despite the criticism the fullback has received recently.

‘Set piece will be massive’

Bok centre Damian de Allende on his improved form during the World Cup while Lood de Jager highlights the importance of the set-piece battle against Wales.

Playing Selector: Bok bench predictions

Ahead of this Sunday’s World Cup semi-final in Yokohama, CRAIG LEWIS and JOHN GOLIATH pick the Bok bench they’d like to see play against Wales.

Analysis: Savage Boks making their mark

The Boks’ brutal defence, mauls and power game was a thing of beauty in the World Cup quarter-final against Japan, writes CRAIG LEWIS.