SOUTH-AFRICA
Bok Women put up brave fight but go down to Scotland in WXV2 opener
The Springbok Women put in a gallant performance but went down 31-17 to Scotland as they started their WXV2 campaign at the Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch.
Antoine Dupont makes timely return as France name side to face Springboks
Antoine Dupont has been named in France's starting line-up and will captain the side against the Springboks in the Rugby World Cup quarter-final on Sunday.
Jacques Nienaber on surprise selection calls: 'We've stayed true to our identity'
Jacques Nienaber insists the Springboks have not strayed from their identity despite opting for a 5-3 split on the bench for Sunday's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against France.
Rassie Erasmus takes dig at France 'simulation' as World Cup mind games begin
South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has subtly accused France of resorting to football-like tactics during games to try and influence match officials.
Springboks to draw inspiration from heroic 14-man effort in Marseille last year
South Africa face a mammoth task in trying to topple France on home soil in Sunday's Rugby World Cup quarter-final, but they have plenty of experience to draw from.
Manie Libbok and Jesse Kriel calm over World Cup fate: 'It doesn't matter who starts'
Springbok stars Manie Libbok and Jesse Kriel say they are ready for any eventuality when the team gets announced on Friday and are ready to do whatever job is required of them.
