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'Boys, we've been here before,' Rassie Erasmus reminded the Springboks

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus invoked lessons of the past to help power his side to a comprehensive 45-21 victory over England in the Nations Championship at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Damian Willemse and Cheslin Kolbe after England win

Bok star Damian Willemse reflects on 50th Cap after England victory

Springbok Fullback Damian Willemse says that despite the big victory over England, the Springboks’ game plan did not go as intended, admitting they had to adjust their strategy at half-time.

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Springboks overcome late injury blow to beat England in Nations Championship opener

The Springboks shrugged off a late double injury blow to kick off their Nations Championship campaign with a hard-fought 45-21 victory over England in front of a passionate Ellis Park crowd.

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No complacency: Siya Kolisi expects fired-up England to bring their best to Ellis Park

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi said South Africa are taking nothing for granted ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship opener against England.

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SA Rugby dismisses reports of low ticket sales for England Test at Ellis Park

SA Rugby has dismissed reports predicting a low turnout for Saturday's Nations Championship Test against England at Ellis Park, insisting ticket sales remain strong.

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Steve Borthwick stacks England's bench for Nations Championship opener against Boks

England head coach Steve Borthwick has named his team to face the Springboks in the Nations Championship on Saturday, 4 July at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.

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