Rassie: Sacha in the mix for Bok 10
Rassie Erasmus says he has a tough call to make at flyhalf after Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s breakthrough performances for the Springboks.
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Rassie Erasmus says he has a tough call to make at flyhalf after Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s breakthrough performances for the Springboks.
The Cheetahs have confirmed that Springbok winger Sbu Nkosi has tested positive for a banned substance and faces the potential of a four-year ban.
Sbu Nkosi’s career has been hit with another major setback as he faces a four-year ban after returning a positive test for a banned substance.
Four debutants scored tries as the Springboks shrugged off an early red card to charge to a comfortable victory over Portugal in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick said the clash against Portugal is part of the project to build squad depth for South Africa’s World Cup three-peat bid in 2027.
Salmaan Moerat initially couldn’t believe he was appointed skipper but the giant lock is ready to lead the Springboks for the first time against Portugal on Saturday.
Jan-Hendrik Wessels said the step-up to Test level will be big, but the young front-ranker is thrilled about making his Springbok debut against Portugal in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Lukhanyo Am is ready to provide a timely reminder of his qualities as he prepares for his first Test match for the Springboks since last August.
Malcolm Marx’s leg injury is not as severe as it was feared and there are renewed hopes the Springboks will have the hooker back for the Rugby Championship.
Rassie Erasmus is adamant that the 23-man Springbok squad selected for the historic Test against Portugal in Bloemfontein is not a “B-team”.