So close but yet so far

Coach Eddie Jones led England through a memorable World Cup campaign, despite falling short at the final hurdle, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Bok coach to be named before new year

SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has confirmed that the new Springbok coach will hopefully be appointed by the end of 2019.

Kolisi on his Klopp fanboy moment

In a candid interview during his visit to Anfield, World Cup-winning Springbok captain Siya Kolisi reveals how starstruck he was when he met Liverpool FC coach Jurgen Klopp.

Making their mark

The Springboks finished the World Cup as worthy winners. In the latest issue of SA Rugby magazine, we provide our player ratings for the triumphant 31-man squad.

Smith reveals haka secrets

Veteran scrumhalf Aaron Smith has shed light on how the All Blacks decide which haka they will perform prior to a Test match.

Barnes admits it was a forward pass

England referee Wayne Barnes has revealed how his blunder during the 2007 World Cup quarter-final between the All Blacks and France motivated him to become one of the game’s elite officials.

Kolisi: Klopp knew who I was

World Cup-winning captain Siya Kolisi has described how his fortuitous meeting with Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp left him ‘falling off his chair’.

Bok success story is far from over

Rassie Erasmus’ team has given the world a reason to respect the Springboks once more, writes JON CARDINELLI in SA Rugby magazine.

Watch: World Cup bloopers

It’s been close to a month since the Boks beat England in the World Cup final to lift the Webb Ellis Cup for the third time. While the tournament offered up many unforgettable moments, there were certainly some hilarious bloopers as well.

From the mag: Once in a lifetime

Japan enjoyed a fairytale World Cup campaign at their home tournament, qualifying for the playoffs for the first time, writes RICHARD FREEMAN.