US EditionSouth Africa Name Nine Uncapped Players in Expansive Squad
- On Thursday in Cape Town, South Africa's Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus announced a large group of 54 players selected for the upcoming international fixtures.
- The squad follows two national alignment camps and includes nine uncapped players while excluding five injured ones, such as Frans Malherbe.
- The squad features 31 Rugby World Cup champions, 30 forwards, and 24 backs, with players preparing for Tests against the Barbarians, Italy, and Georgia.
- Erasmus expressed his satisfaction in naming a highly talented and deep squad, anticipating a demanding but rewarding season ahead.
- The expanded squad aims to provide productive training sessions and opportunities for younger players to learn and compete for places this season.
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South Africa name nine uncapped players in expansive squad
CAPE TOWN :Nine uncapped players have been named in an expansive 54-man South Africa squad for the first four of the country's 14 international matches this year.Coach Rassie Erasmus on Thursday retained 31 of the squad that won the 2023 World Cup in a sign of continuity but has also made clear he intended us
Rassie Erasmus names large Bok training squad ahead of Test season
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus on Thursday announced 54 players in a large training squad ahead of their international season, which kicks off against the Barbarians at Cape Town Stadium later this month.
BREAKING: Rassie names first official Bok squad of the year!
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named the same 54 players – nine of whom are uncapped – that attended the second national alignment camp in Cape Town last month in a large training squad for the opening stages of the international season, which kicks off on 28 June against the Barbarians, followed by the Incoming Series. The squad, which was confirmed on Thursday by SA Rugby, includes 31 Rugby World Cup players. The group consist of 30 forwards a…
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