Lood ready to disrupt French weapon
Lood de Jager says the Springbok forwards are preparing for a physical arm-wrestle against a “big and confrontational” French pack on Saturday.
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Lood de Jager says the Springbok forwards are preparing for a physical arm-wrestle against a “big and confrontational” French pack on Saturday.
Siya Kolisi, set to earn his 100th Test cap against France in Paris on Saturday, made a memorable debut against Scotland in Nelspruit 12 years ago.
Scrumhalf Maxime Lucu says France are out for revenge against the Springboks in Paris on Saturday.
Nick Mallett says Springbok flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s confidence should be celebrated, not mistaken for arrogance.
Jeremy Paul and Justin Marshall have blasted the decision to red card Ireland lock Tadhg Beirne for his tackle on Beauden Barrett during Saturday’s Test in Chicago.
In 2018, Bongi Mbonambi scored an 85th-minute try as the Springboks snatched a dramatic 29-26 win over France in Paris.
Japan coach Eddie Jones says France will need to be strong in two key areas if they want to topple the Springboks in Paris on Saturday.
Ireland coach Andy Farrell has warned his team there can be “zero excuses” for any dip in standards.
Two years after the Springboks shattered the hosts’ dreams at the 2023 World Cup, the pain of that one-point defeat still cuts deep in France.
Quinn Tupaea could be called upon by coach Scott Robertson to fill the void left by Jordie Barrett in the All Blacks midfield against Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday.