England suffered defeat in the most agonising circumstances as world champions South Africa emerged victorious at the Stade de France to set up a colossal Rugby World Cup final against New Zealand.

Both England and South Africa are hoping to bring back the Rugby World Cup to lift gloom in their respective countries as they face political uncertainty, economic hardship and of course Brexit.

South Africa have named Cheslin Kolbe in the team to play England in Saturday's Rugby World Cup final after the electric winger recovered from an ankle injury that saw him miss the semi-finals.

After every England defeat the same reliable fan and punditry machinery cranks into life.

South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus suggested there will be less experimentation for the Springboks in 2026 as they aim for a ...