SPRINGBOKS

Springbok training session ahead of Nations Championship clash with France

Boks brace for French tactical surprises ahead of Paris showdown

Springboks assistant coach Felix Jones expects France to bring a different tactical dimension to Friday night's encounter, with the hosts likely to test South Africa in areas they have not previously encountered.

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Injury-hit France deploy megastar Antoine Dupont at flyhalf for Springbok clash

France coach Fabien Galthie has called on playmaker Antoine Dupont to solve his problems at flyhalf for Round 5 of the Nations Championship on Friday.

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Ox Nche under no illusions about the Les Bleus challenge at scrum time

Revered Springbok prop is relishing the challenge of packing down against a traditionally powerful French scrum in Paris on Friday night.

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World Rugby Player of the Year Malcolm Marx staying grounded in Bok camp

Malcom Marx may be the 2025 World Rugby Player of the Year, but his feet are still firmly on the ground ahead of the Springboks' massive clash against France on Friday.

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France still hurting after 2023 Rugby World Cup loss, says Bok coach

Springbok assistant coach Felix Jones is bracing himself for an intense battle against France in their Nations Championship fixture at the Stade de France on Friday night.

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Rassie explains why Morne van den Berg has climbed Springbok pecking order

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has explained why Morne van den Berg has climbed the scrumhalf pecking order, highlighting the Lions star's work rate and ability to complement the team's attacking threats.

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