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Nienaber names 26-man squad for World Cup warm-up in Buenos Aires

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber named a squad of 26 players for the trip to Buenos Aires for their opening Rugby World Cup warm-up game on Saturday, 5 August.

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Nienaber on rookie Grant Williams: 'He's definitely put his hand up'

Grant Williams is set to make his first start for the Springboks against Argentina on Saturday and head coach Jacques Nienaber is backing him to deliver.

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Jacques Nienaber says Elton Jantjies needs game time prior to World Cup

Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has not ruled out veteran flyhalf Elton Jantjies pulling on the Green and Gold jersey again, as he hinted they need to give the No 10 some game time.

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Boks ready to refocus after thorough review with Pumas clash looming

The Springboks have assured fans they are aligned and refocused ahead of their final Rugby Championship Test against the Pumas in Johannesburg next Saturday.

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Jacques Nienaber on taking positives and negatives from All Black loss

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber admitted the first-half performance against the All Blacks last weekend was concerning but credited the players' fightback.

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Siya Kolisi and Handre Pollard on the road to recovery, says Nienaber

Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has given another positive injury update on captain Siya Kolisi and flyhalf Handre Pollard.