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Courtney Lawes to retire from England duty when Rugby World Cup ends

The 34-year-old’s bid to end his international career on a high was cruelly ended by South Africa.

The Independent UK

England restore faith but World Cup near miss signals the end of an era

England delivered their most committed performance for four years in their semi-final near miss but more flexibility is needed to overcome the best

The Guardian - UK

Courtney Lawes to end England playing career after Rugby World Cup

Courtney Lawes has admitted the World Cup defeat by South Africa marks the end of an era after confirming his intentions to retire from England duty

The Guardian - UK

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‘We are the bomb squad’: How South Africa’s not-so-secret weapon turned Rugby World Cup semi-final

The Springboks came from behind to dramatically beat England in Paris and had their uniquely-styled replacements to thank

The Independent UK

Why England will come back ‘stronger’ from Rugby World Cup heartache

Another defeat to South Africa, but a different feeling from 2019: Steve Borthwick’s side now have reason for optimism after almost stunning the Springboks in the semi-finals

The Independent UK

Cricket World Cup 2023 ENG vs SA | One of my better hundreds purely on the conditions that were out there, says Heinrich Klaasen

Heinrich Klaasen battled hot and humid conditions to score his fourth ODI century. He and Marco Jansen's blitzkrieg in the last 10 overs helped South Africa put on 399 for seven, the highest ever ODI total against England. Klaasen had to 'dig really, really deep' to achieve this feat, but…

The Hindu

South Africa skipper Kolisi hails 'special coach' Nienaber

Only a handful in world rugby can rival Siya Kolisi's stature as a player and his renown: the first Black man to captain the South Africa national rugby union team in its 126-year history and the third after François Pienaar and John Smit to lead the side to the World…

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Relief of South Africa shows just how close England came to victory in Paris

Saturday came down to tiny margins. Unpicking England’s puzzle took the defending champions to the edge of reason

The Guardian - UK

Dina Taljaard — Realising her dreams through Netherlands cricketer Sybrand Engelbrecht’s Cricket World Cup heroics

Dina Taljaard, denied opportunity to compete in Olympics/World Championship due to apartheid, is delighted to watch her son Sybrand play in Cricket World Cup. She was also present when Netherlands scored historic win against South Africa. She is glad her grandsons got to watch their uncle perform, as she and…

The Hindu

Reece Topley ruled out of World Cup as England target ‘X factor’ replacement

Topley’s long-running injury curse struck again during Saturday’s record defeat at the hands of South Africa

The Independent UK

England want ‘X factor player’ to replace injured Reece Topley at World Cup

Topley’s long-running injury curse struck again during Saturday’s record defeat at the hands of South Africa.

The Independent UK

South Africa's Reeza Hendricks seizes late call-up opportunity in World Cup

NEW DELHI: Reeza Hendricks, representing South Africa, made an indelible mark at the World Cup as he not only embraced a late call-up but also contributed significantly with a commanding 85, driving his team to a crushing 229-run triumph over England. However, the seasoned cricketer remains humble, acknowledging the unpredictability…

The Times of India

South Africa investigating alleged racist abuse directed at England’s Tom Curry

The incident is alleged to have occurred in Saturday night’s World Cup semi-final.

The Independent UK

Referee ‘won South Africa the game’, claims England great Lawrence Dallaglio

A place in the Rugby World Cup final slipped through England’s grasp

The Independent UK

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Tom Curry accuses South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi of racist slur during Rugby World Cup semi-final

Springbok star's World Cup final place in doubt amid racism row after England clash

The Conversation

Community radio: young South Africans are helping shape the news through social media

The number of South African internet users has nearly doubled in the past decade. One 2023 study of 45 developed countries suggests that South Africans even lead the world when it comes to the amount of time spent in front of screens, at 58.2% of the day.

The Guardian - UK

Tom Curry accuses South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi of using racial slur

The England flanker Tom Curry alleged to the referee during his side’s defeat by South Africa on Saturday that he was racially abused by Bongi Mbonambi

The Independent UK

Tom Curry accuses South Africa hooker of racial slur during World Cup semi-final

The England flanker made the accusation of Bongi Mbonambi to official Ben O’Keeffe in an exchange picked up by the ref mic

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The Independent UK

England have until Monday to report alleged racial slur aimed at Tom Curry

Although the alleged slur is not audible on the ref link, Curry’s subsequent conversation with Ben O’Keeffe is.

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup: Steve Borthwick upbeat about England's future after brave South Africa defeat

Borthwick will get complete backing from the RFU for the start of a new World Cup cycle

The Times of India

I might not be technically pleasing, but I love batting: Marco Jansen

MUMBAI: While all the limelight was understandably on centurion Heinrich Klaasen, the role of his 'partner-in-crime' Marco Jansen cannot be ignored in South Africa's 229-run rout of England in their 2023 ODI World Cup game.

The Hindu

'It’s time to tell the world how good South Africans are under pressure,' says Heinrich Klaasen

South Africa look determined to go the distance in this World Cup, shedding their 'chokers' tag. Klaasen believes their upcoming matches versus New Zealand and India are a perfect opportunity to prove their mettle under pressure

The Times of India

Heinrich Klaasen: 'It's time to tell the world how good South Africans are under pressure'

NEW DELHI: South Africa, a nation that has never won the 50-over World Cup despite producing top players and teams, are determined to shed the 'chokers' tag in this edition of the tournament. With impressive performances, including a 400-plus total and a near-400 total, as well as a massive 229-run…

The Times of India

World Cup: A touch of Klaasen dazzles Wankhede

South African power-hitter battles tough conditions to hit a monstrous century

The Times of India

World Cup: South Africa's batting might leaves England's hopes in shambles

MUMBAI: "Their top six is a very strong top six and I think pace with the ball is one of their strengths," was England skipper Jos Buttler's assessment when asked to analyse South Africa's strength in the media conference on Friday, a day before their World Cup clash at the…

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