Doctor Who star talks about ‘terrifying and dangerous’ filming moment
Jodie Whittaker has told of a “terrifying” experience she had on the set of Doctor Who, adding that she “could have died”.
South Africa
British and Irish Lions tour kicks off just seven days after Premiership final
The British and Irish Lions’ 2021 South Africa tour will kick off in Cape Town just seven days after the Gallagher Premiership final.
Abandoned baby giraffe bonds with dog at animal orphanage
A baby giraffe abandoned at birth has befriended a dog after being rescued and taken to an animal orphanage in South Africa.
Harry and Meghan ‘not joining Queen’ for Archie’s first Christmas
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their baby son Archie will be spending Christmas in the US and not with the Queen at Sandringham, the PA news agency understands.
Special South African gin infused with elephant dung
The makers of a South African gin infused with elephant dung swear their use of the animal’s excrement is no gimmick.
Martin Johnson expects England to come back stronger after World Cup exploits
World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson believes this England squad have their best rugby ahead and urged them not to dwell on their Rugby World Cup final heartache.
The sporting weekend in pictures
Lewis Hamilton celebrated a sixth Formula One world championship title after finishing second in the United States Grand Prix on Sunday.
Pienaar hails South Africa’s World Cup success as bigger than 24 years ago
South Africa’s 1995 World Cup-winning captain Francois Pienaar has hailed the Springboks’ latest global triumph as bigger than 24 years ago.
Harry: England rugby team can hold their heads high
The Duke of Sussex has praised the England rugby team for an “outstanding job” and urged them to hold their heads high after their dreams of Rugby World Cup victory ended in disappointment.
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi dedicates World Cup win to his nation
Springboks skipper Siya Kolisi has dedicated his team’s stunning World Cup final victory over England to the South African nation.
Eddie Jones ‘massively disappointed’ after England’s World Cup final loss
Eddie Jones says that England are going to be “kicking stones for four years” following their comprehensive World Cup final defeat against South Africa.
The 2019 Rugby World Cup in numbers
The 2019 Rugby World Cup drew to a close with South Africa’s 32-12 win over England in the final in Yokohama.
South Africa win the 2019 Rugby World Cup – As it happened
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This is our opportunity to realise boyhood dreams – England captain Owen Farrell
Owen Farrell expects his England team-mates to seize their opportunity to realise their boyhood dreams by emptying the tanks in Saturday’s World Cup final.
Boris Johnson sends good luck message to England rugby team
Boris Johnson has said the whole country is behind the England rugby team through every “kick, ruck, lineout and maul” ahead of the World Cup final.
Kruis: England need to ‘man up’ against South Africa
George Kruis insists England must “man up” in expectation of the physical onslaught expected from South Africa in Saturday’s World Cup final.
5 talking points ahead of the World Cup final
England collide with South Africa in Saturday’s World Cup final at International Stadium Yokohama to bring down the curtain on Japan 2019.
Kolisi cannot picture scale of celebrations if South Africa win World Cup
Siya Kolisi says he cannot imagine what the scenes will be like in South Africa if the Springboks beat England on Saturday and are crowned world champions.
The key battles as England and South Africa chase World Cup glory
Owen Farrell, Maro Itoje and Manu Tuilagi have been among England’s key players on their way to the World Cup final – but Saturday could provide their toughest test.
The 2019 Rugby World Cup in numbers
The 2019 Rugby World Cup will draw to a close when England meet South Africa for the final in Yokohama on Saturday morning.
One change for South Africa ahead of Rugby World Cup final with England
South Africa’s star wing Cheslin Kolbe returns for Saturday’s World Cup final against England in the only change made by coach Rassie Erasmus.
George can’t wait for ‘inspirational’ captain Farrell’s pre-final team talk
England captain Owen Farrell will deliver his final team talk on the eve of Saturday’s World Cup final against South Africa to a captivated audience encouraged to speak their minds.
England rugby fan loses thousands on fraudulent World Cup final tickets
An English rugby fan says he lost thousands of pounds to scammers while trying to buy tickets for the World Cup final in Japan.
World Cup winner Lawrence Dallaglio excited about bright future for England
Lawrence Dallaglio has predicted a special future for England’s World Cup-chasing team ahead of their bid for global glory.
England prop Kyle Sinckler keeping calm in build-up to World Cup final
Kyle Sinckler will be ready to explode into Saturday’s World Cup final after learning how to adjust his psychological approach to big games.
England’s path to the Rugby World Cup final – in pictures
England take on South Africa in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final on Saturday.
Wilkinson: England must ‘go out and start again’ after ‘inspired’ semi display
World Cup winner Jonny Wilkinson believes England were “inspired” in their stunning display against New Zealand to set up another tilt at global glory.
Billy Vunipola urges powerful Springboks to ‘bring it on’ in World Cup final
Billy Vunipola has responded to South Africa’s promise of all-out aggression in Saturday’s World Cup final by declaring “bring it on”.
England v South Africa: Eddie Jones v Rassie Erasmus head to head
Eddie Jones and Rassie Erasmus were both celebrating at full time when England and South Africa last contested a World Cup final, at the Stade de France 12 years ago.
Rugby World Cup final is between the ‘two most powerful’ sides – Mitchell
England assistant coach John Mitchell has billed Saturday’s World Cup final between his side and South Africa as a collision of the sport’s two most powerful teams.