Springbok rugby news
Here are some recent news and updates about the Springbok rugby team:
Recent Results:
- The Springboks won the 2019 Rugby World Cup, defeating England 32-12 in the final on November 2, 2019.
- They also won the 2020 Rugby Championship, defeating Argentina 38-19 in the final on December 12, 2020.
Upcoming Fixtures:
- The Springboks are scheduled to play a three-Test series against the British and Irish Lions in July-August 2021.
- They will also play a series of Tests against Argentina, Australia, and New Zealand in the 2021 Rugby Championship.
Team News:
- The Springboks have announced their squad for the 2021 Rugby Championship, with a mix of experienced players and newcomers.
- Eben Etzebeth has been named as the new Springbok captain, replacing Siya Kolisi.
- Faf de Klerk has been ruled out of the Rugby Championship due to injury.
Coaching Staff:
- Rassie Erasmus is the Springbok coach, and has been in charge since 2018.
- Jacques Nienaber is the team's assistant coach and defense specialist.
- Matt Proudfoot is the team's scrum coach.
Player News:
- Handré Pollard has been named as the Springbok fly-half, and has been in good form for the team.
- Makazole Mapimpi has been named as the Springbok winger, and has been a key player for the team.
- Pieter-Steph du Toit has been named as the Springbok flanker, and has been a key player for the team.
Injuries:
- Faf de Klerk has been ruled out of the Rugby Championship due to a shoulder injury.
- Eben Etzebeth has been struggling with a knee injury, but is expected to be fit for the Rugby Championship.
- Pieter-Steph du Toit has been struggling with a shoulder injury, but is expected to be fit for the Rugby Championship.
Other News:
- The Springboks have been praised for their performance at the 2019 Rugby World Cup, and have been hailed as one of the greatest teams in the history of the tournament.
- The team has also been praised for their commitment to transformation and their efforts to increase diversity and inclusion in the sport.
- The Springboks have also been involved in various charity initiatives, including a visit to a children's hospital in Tokyo during the 2019 Rugby World Cup.