Rugby World Cup 2019: South Africa v Italy
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRassie Erasmus says South Africa are suffering from "a few butterflies" as they prepare for a "do-or-die" Rugby World Cup showdown with Italy at Shizuoka Stadium on Friday. The Springboks...
Springboks call up Willemse as stars of Namibia win keep places
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa have been forced to call up Damian Willemse to replace the injured Jesse Kriel in their Rugby World Cup squad, while the Springboks are keeping faith with three forwards who impressed against...
The six minutes of magic that showed the All Blacks ruthlessness
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySix minutes of first-half brilliance against South Africa underlined why New Zealand are Rugby World Cup favourites once again. New Zealand were far from perfect in their Rugby...
Ratings: New Zealand v Sotuh Africa - Rugby World Cup
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe All Blacks and Springboks met for the 99th time on Saturday as the two sides kicked off their respective Rugby World Cup campaigns. Nothing separated the two sides from their past...
Read proud of clinical All Blacks
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyKieran Read was delighted New Zealand took the opportunities presented to them by errors from South Africa in the Rugby World Cup opener. Kieran Read was pleased with the clinical...
All Blacks punish Bok mistakes to kick off their title defence
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa started vibrantly but were put to the sword by New Zealand in an incredible first-half spell that changed the game. New Zealand were unforgiving as they...
The experts' tips for success in Japan
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAhead of the Rugby World Cup, three Omnisport writers take a look at the main talking points for the tournament in Japan. It is little surprise to see powerhouses New Zealand...
Vermeulen hits 50 as the Springboks name team to face the All Blacks
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named an unchanged matchday 23 for their first World Cup match against the All Blacks in Yokohama on Saturday. The Springboks will field an unchanged...
Rugby World Cup: Pool B Preview
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyApart from Pool C this is the most talked about group with the current World Champions involved and up against a South African side that in the last 18 months have managed to claw their way back in contention....
Sale Sharks sign Springbok scrumhalf
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySale Sharks have confirmed the signing of Springbok scrumhalf Embrose Papier on a three-month loan as cover during the Rugby World Cup. Considered as one of the most talented...
