Rugby Union Today: Springboks ease past Japan

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Another busy day in the rugby union game as South Africa gained revenge for their 2015 defeat to Japan by overcoming the Brave Blossoms 41-7.

What’s on the site

South Africa dominated their final World Cup warm-up, defeating Japan 41-7. It was a rematch of the 2015 World Cup pool game where the Brave Blossoms claimed a shock victory, but the Springboks were too good on Friday.

There are several more encounters set to take place ahead of the global tournament, with Ireland v Wales the big game, and we have predicted the outcome of those matches.

Finally, check out this funny video from Harlequins. Many reckon that back-row James Chisholm looks like Burnley football manager Sean Dyche and they finally met at Quins’ training base.

What’s in the news

David Pocock has announced that he will retire from Test rugby following the World Cup in Japan. The great Australian flanker has suffered with a number of injuries over the past few years and has struggled since March with a calf injury.

Meanwhile, Bristol have added a new player to their ranks ahead of the 2019/20 season with former Bath prop Max Lahiff joining on a one-year contract.

What’s on social media

An inspirational story from Wales.

What’s on TV

It’s the final weekend of the World Cup warm-ups and England’s clash with Italy at St James’ Park will be televised on Sky Sports.

They also have the All Blacks v Tonga match, while all the Mitre 10 Cup and Currie Cup action will be broadcast on that channel.

In Dublin, Ireland and Wales go head-to-head and that match takes place on Channel 4, while Premier Sports have Scotland’s return fixture versus Georgia.

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