‘England will try run Boks off their feet’
Former England wing Austin Healey believes Eddie Jones’ team selections for Saturday’s Test could work out if they avoid an arm-wrestle with the Springbok forwards.
Akker undergoes minor operation
Akker van der Merwe has undergone a small medical procedure this week to treat an old knee injury. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Whiteley expects physical England
Warren Whiteley is still anticipating a physical approach from England despite a lack of experience in their pack for the clash at Twickenham on Saturday.
Tuilagi doubted England return
Manu Tuilagi has revealed he did not think he would play for England again after suffering a succession of injuries.
Duane set for dual role
Rassie Erasmus says Duane Vermeulen will not be utilised exclusively as a blindside flank against England on Saturday.
Erasmus explains Van Zyl selection
Rassie Erasmus says scrumhalf Ivan van Zyl will start against England because he is better suited to the game plan the Springboks want to employ at Twickenham.
16 Springbok stats and facts
For Saturday’s Test against England at Twickenham.
Preview: England vs Springboks
Malcolm Marx, Duane Vermeulen and Pieter-Steph du Toit will have game-shaping roles to play in the must-win Test against England at Twickenham this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Vermeulen at blindside flank for Boks
Duane Vermeulen will wear the Springbok No 7 jersey against England at Twickenham on Saturday, with Warren Whiteley starting at No 8.
Te’o at 12 for weakened England
Owen Farrell and Ben Te’o will form a new-look 10-12 combination for England in Saturday’s Test against the Springboks at Twickenham.
