The South African captain has hung up his boots after breaking his jaw against Samoa

Springboks captain sustained fractured jaw during 46-6 win over Samoa at Villa Park

South Africa to rely on traditional game to banish memories of defeat to Japan

‘It was just not good enough. It was unacceptable and I take full responsibility’

John McKee and Heyneke Meyer named XVs for respective clashes v England and Japan

Rugby Correspondent Gerry Thornley sets the scene for Rugby World Cup 2015

Nine players from squad that won title in 2007 included in Heyneke Meyer’s 31

Springboks coach criticised by country’s biggest trade union for ‘racist choices’

He underwent major knee surgery after being injured against Wales last November

Former Munster centre has been out since last November with a knee injury

New Zealand have much to gain with victory in Johannesburg

Backrow praised by coach Heyneke Meyer after return from injury and serious illness

‘He is way ahead of where he is supposed to be and we are really happy with his progress’

Doctors expect at least an eight-month lay-off for Springboks captain

World Cup doubts surround South Africa captain after knock picked up against Wales

Referee JP Doyle declined to consult TMO despite appeals from Ireland captain Eoin Reddan

Young centre delighted to get win against South Africa

Centre is a doubt for Georgia game with suspected sprain

Ireland coach not racing ahead of himself after great start to November campaign

Joe Schmidt’s men braced for the inevitable massive physical challenge the Boks represent