Former Stormers scrumhalf Dewaldt Duvenage expects the Springbok pack to dominate the forward exchanges against Italy at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. https://t.co/95Ykgf10Js
Ross Vintcent and Vincent Tshituka will line up on opposite sides at Loftus on Saturday, but their shared story is a tribute to rugby’s power to transcend borders, writes MARK KEOHANE. https://t.co/eTQYydNL0b
Italy ring changes for Springboks Test https://t.co/gZiONjBvJC https://t.co/HV0Yx4lHPq
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), in collaboration with SuperSport and South African Rugby Union (SARU), will celebrate 30 years of Springbok rugby excellence throughout July. As part of this commemoration, the SABC will broadcast the second Test match between the Springboks and Italy live on July 12 from Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria. This broadcast agreement highlights the public broadcaster's commitment to showcasing key rugby events. The upcoming match features notable players including flanker Vincent Tshituka, who will complete his rise from child refugee to Springbok Test player, and potentially Willie le Roux, who may earn his 100th Test cap in Cape Town. Italy is expected to test new team combinations for the match, while Springbok players like Jasper Wiese emphasize the importance of a strong forward pack performance. Former Stormers scrumhalf Dewaldt Duvenage also anticipates the Springbok forwards to dominate the encounters. The Test serves as a tribute to rugby's ability to transcend borders, exemplified by players such as Ross Vintcent and Vincent Tshituka lining up on opposing sides.