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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.

12 Oct 2023

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.

11 Oct 2023

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.

11 Oct 2023

When will the Springboks announce their team for Rugby World Cup showdown with France?

SA Rugby Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus admits the Springbok coaches are taking a different approach to announcing their team for this weekend's crunch Rugby World Cup quarter-final showdown with France.

11 Oct 2023

Match officials confirmed for RWC quarter-finals

World Rugby has announced the match officials for the quarter-finals of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, with Ben O'Keeffe appointed to referee the Springboks' match against France in Paris.

10 Oct 2023