Former Springbok Schalk Burger says the plethora of injuries in the Springbok back row has depowered the Bomb Squad and put pressure on the starters.
Italy head coach Gonzalo Quesada heaped praise on his replacements, who arguably performed better than the famed Springboks' Bomb Squad despite their loss on Saturday.
World Rugby's statement about the controversial Bomb Squad has brought a smile to Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus' face.
World Rugby has confirmed it will not ban the 7-1 bench split despite it facing criticism, citing a lack of medical evidence linking it to increased injuries.
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed how the Bomb Squad was created in a small boardroom in 2019.
Gregor Townsend has doubled down on his view of the 'Bomb Squad' and has suggested that teams should not be allowed to go with a 7-1 split.