RUGBY-WORLD-CUP

Canan Moodie

Canan Moodie still pinching himself as World Cup dream becomes a reality

A buzzing Canan Moodie admits it is slowly sinking in that he is in France and getting ready to participate in his first Rugby World Cup tournament.

Alan Gilpin

World Rugby chief expects no disciplinary issues at World Cup

World Rugby chief executive Alan Gilpin has expressed confidence that there would be no confusion surrounding any disciplinary issues at the Rugby World Cup.

Rassie Erasmus, Director of Rugby of South Africa, looks on during the pre-match warm-up during the Summer International match between New Zealand All Blacks v South Africa at Twickenham Stad

Boks unbothered by polarising 7-1 split reaction

SA Rugby Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus says they will do whatever is necessary to give themselves the best possible chance of defending the Rugby World Cup, including the 7-1.

RWC Trophy

2023 Rugby World Cup by the numbers

We are just days away from kickoff at the 2023 Rugby World Cup and excitement is reaching fever pitch.

Andre Esterhuizen - Aug 2023

Five fringe players who could make a big impression at the Rugby World Cup

The 33-man Springbok Rugby Cup squad is full of exceptional talent, but only 23 players can feature on match day.

Springboks celebrate

Previewing the Springboks' pool at Rugby World Cup 2023

The Springboks don't have a very easy path to the Rugby World Cup final this time around, but coming through a tough pool is sure to leave them battle-hardened for the playoffs.