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Paper Talk: Etzebeth reported to NPA, Kwagga to sit out warm-up

A round up of what some of South Africa’s leading Sunday papers are saying, including an update on Eben Etzebeth’s controversial night out in Langebaan.

Erasmus: We haven’t heard anything from police

Rassie Erasmus says he will continue to trust Eben Etzebeth’s version of events until it is proven differently following a complaint being laid at the Human Rights Commission

Boks well prepared despite distractions

While Rassie Erasmus could have done with a quiet weekend before the World Cup team announcement, the Springboks’ preparations for the event are a lot better than they were four years ago, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

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Etzebeth: I can focus on World Cup

Eben Etzebeth says he has been assured by police that he will not be implicated following allegations of an unsavoury incident in Langebaan on the weekend.

Erasmus places trust in Etzebeth

Coach Rassie Erasmus says he trusts Eben Etzebeth’s account of events following allegations of an unsavoury incident involving the Bok lock in Langebaan over the weekend.

Watch: Springboks team photo

The Springbok team to face the Wallabies assembled for the team photo in Johannesburg on Friday, while captain and coach congratulated the three debutants.

Boks vs Wallabies: The duels that matter

The Springboks and Wallabies clash in the opening match of the Rugby Championship on Saturday. JOHN GOLIATH looks at some of key battles within the war at Ellis Park.

Head to head: Who should lead Boks?

MARIETTE ADAMS and DYLAN JACK debate the best Springbok captaincy options for the Tests against the Wallabies and All Blacks.

Springboks to mix and match

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says he is mindful of ensuring that each player in the squad gets enough game time in the Rugby Championship before their World Cup campaign.