Rugby fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating one of the most highly anticipated matches of the year, as the Springboks take on the All Blacks in Auckland this Saturday. This massive Rugby Championship clash is set to have an enormous impact on the title, with both teams bringing their best players to the field.
In preparation for this massive showdown, the Springboks sent 13 players, including injured skipper Siya Kolisi, to New Zealand last Tuesday, followed by Bulls prop Gerhard Steenekamp on Wednesday as an injury replacement for Ox Nche. On Saturday night, 21 additional players were named to join their teammates, bringing the total number of players to 35.
Eben Etzebeth, the formidable lock, is set to captain the Springboks side for this crucial match. The starting XV is expected to look like this:
– 15 Willie le Roux
– 14 Cheslin Kolbe
– 13 Jesse Kriel
– 12 Damian de Allende
– 11 Makazole Mapimpi
– 10 Damian Willemse
– 9 Faf de Klerk
– 8 Jasper Wiese
– 7 Franco Mostert
– 6 Kwagga Smith
– 5 Lood de Jager
– 4 Eben Etzebeth (captain)
– 3 Frans Malherbe
– 2 Malcolm Marx
– 1 Steven Kitshoff.
Additional players have also made the journey to New Zealand to reinforce the team in preparation for the match.
The rivalry between the Springboks and All Blacks has always been fierce, with both teams boasting a rich history of success and world-class talent. The Springboks have undergone a resurgence in recent years, winning the 2019 Rugby World Cup and proving themselves to be genuine contenders on the international stage once more. The All Blacks have maintained their status as one of the most dominant forces in rugby, with a trophy cabinet that speaks for itself.
As fans and pundits around the world eagerly await the match, one thing is for certain: this Rugby Championship clash promises to be a spectacle of skill, determination, and rivalry that will captivate audiences and fuel discussions for weeks to come. With the stakes so high and the talent on display, this is a match that no rugby fan should miss.
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