BOMB SQUAD

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Bok injury crisis depowering Bomb Squad, says Schalk Burger

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.

Springboks v Italy

Italy head coach claims 'Grenade Squad' beat Boks' Bomb Squad

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.

Rassie Erasmus

So Lekka: Rassie Erasmus reacts to World Rugby's Bomb Squad statement

World Rugby's statement about the controversial Bomb Squad has brought a smile to Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus' face.

Springboks

World Rugby backs 'Bomb Squad' tactic: No medical grounds for ban

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.

Malcolm Marx, Steven Kitshoff and Eben Etzebeth

Inside the birth of the Bomb Squad: How it sparked a Bok revolution

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed how the Bomb Squad was created in a small boardroom in 2019.

Gregor Townsend

Scotland coach stands firm as he calls for limit on 'Bomb Squad' tactics

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.