Samoa snatch final 2027 World Cup berth
Samoa secured the final berth at the 2027 World Cup in Australia after a pulsating 13-13 draw against Belgium in Dubai on Tuesday.
Rassie’s Boks balance present and future
The Springboks have never looked stronger between World Cups, writes MARK KEOHANE.
On this day: Boks go back-to-back
On 28 October 2023, the Springboks edged the All Blacks at the Stade de France to clinch a record fourth World Cup title.
On this day: De Beer kicks five drop goals
On 24 October 1999, flyhalf Jannie de Beer booted the Boks past England in the World Cup quarter-final at the Stade de France in Paris.
On this day: Springboks rule the world again
On 20 October 2007, the Springboks were crowned world champions for a second time, beating England 15-6 in the World Cup final at the Stade de France.
On this day: Cheslin’s charge-down stuns France
On this day in 2023, Cheslin Kolbe etched his name into World Cup folklore with an incredible conversion charge-down.
‘Six Nations harder to win than World Cup’
Scotland and Glasgow Warriors No 8 Jack Dempsey believes the Six Nations is tougher to win than the World Cup.
Watch: 2027 RWC format explained
The 2027 World Cup in Australia will feature 24 teams and a round-of-16 knockout stage for the first time.
Who dares draw the Boks?
The Springboks will take centre stage when the 2027 World Cup draw is conducted on 3 December.
Chile stamp ticket to 2027 RWC
Chile sealed back-to-back World Cup appearances after beating Samoa in Viña del Mar on Saturday.
