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Springboks refocus in Gqeberha with work to do ahead of Italy rematch

Springboks flanker Kwagga Smith says the Boks are eager to sharpen their performance after an imperfect 42‑24 win over Italy at Loftus Versfeld.

Willie le Roux

Willie le Roux to earn 100th cap as Moerat leads new-look Boks against Italy

Willie le Roux will become just the eighth Springbok to reach a century of Test caps when he runs out against Italy in Gqeberha on Saturday.

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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.

Morne van den Berg

Man of the Match Morne van den Berg wants more form Boks

Morne van den Berg admitted he had mixed emotions after being awarded the Man of the Match accolade in the wake of the Springboks' win over Italy.

Jesse Kriel

Rassie Erasmus set to read Boks the riot act after "frustrating" win over Italy

Bok boss Rassie Erasmus will reconsider his pre-planned selection for the second Castle Lager Tour test against Italy in Gqeberha next week.

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Rassie Erasmus frustrated despite Springbok win over Italy

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has described their 42-24 win over Italy at Loftus Versfeld as frustrating, despite the team scoring six tries to Italy’s three.

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