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Springboks announce 33-man squad to do battle at Rugby World Cup in France

The Springboks have named their 33-man squad set to defend the Rugby World Cup in France next month, with a few notable inclusions and omissions catching the eye.

Bongi Mbonambi

Jacques Nienaber explains why Bongi Mbonambi was named Springbok captain

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber says he is "extremely proud" of Bongi Mbonambi and the role he plays in the Springbok team.

Jaden Hendrikse

Jacques Nienaber still has full confidence in Jaden Hendrikse

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber knows what he has in electric scrumhalf Jaden Hendrikse.

Rassie Erasmus

Rassie Erasmus reveals he nearly resigned ahead of 2021 Lions series

South Africa's Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus wrote to then SA Rugby CEO Jurie Roux in 2021 that he and Jacques Nienaber would be resigning from their roles.

Elton Jantjies

Jacques Nienaber says Elton Jantjies needs game time prior to World Cup

Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has not ruled out veteran flyhalf Elton Jantjies pulling on the Green and Gold jersey again, as he hinted they need to give the No 10 some game time.

Jean Kleyn

New Bok Jean Kleyn reveals origin of black eye

Springbok lock Jean Kleyn revealed the story behind the black eye he was wearing for his Bok debut.

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