Legendary Springbok Victor Matfield has insisted that Rassie Erasmus won’t be afraid to throw in their age-grade stars in the tougher Nations Championship matches.
South Africa’s head coach surprised many by picking his strongest available side for their opening November clash against Italy.
On paper, the injury-hit Azzurri this Saturday in Turin will be the easiest of the Boks’ three Nations Championship group fixtures, with observers therefore expecting to see some young and fringe players involved.
Four players 20 or under
Erasmus’ explanation for holding the uncapped six back, which includes youngsters Yaqeen Ahmed, Markus Muller, Riley Norton and Luan Giliomee,
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