SOUTH-AFRICA

Duane Vermeulen

It's once more unto the breach for battle-hardened Vermeulen

Battle-hardened Springbok Duane Vermeulen admitted that he almost called time on his career before he was selected to play in his third Rugby World Cup.

Cheslin Kolbe

Springboks receive warm Rugby World Cup welcome in Toulon

Reigning champions South Africa received a wonderful welcome to the World Cup in France during a lavish ceremony held at La Tour Royale in Toulon on Monday.

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.

Manie Libbok

Bok legend Morne Steyn says hard work has paid off for Manie Libbok

Former Bulls and Springbok flyhalf Morne Steyn reckons incumbent Bok number 10 Manie Libbok has the necessary skills and dedication to deliver at the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France.

New Zealand head coach Ian Foster

Ian Foster relieved after Scott Barrett cleared of further sanction

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen was a happy man after talisman Scott Barrett was cleared of any further sanction following his red card against South Africa.

Francois Pienaar and Nelson Mandela - 1995

The Springboks' seven most iconic moments in Rugby World Cups down the years

Springbok fans have been treated to many iconic moments at Rugby World Cups over the years. As we gear up for yet another global showpiece, here are seven moments that stand out above the rest.

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