As anticipation builds for the 2023 Rugby World Cup, the Springboks are gearing up for another thrilling campaign on the international stage.
2023 Rugby World Cup: Springboks travelling squad unveiled
With some key players sidelined due to injuries, the team’s dynamics are set to shift.
Here’s what you need to know about the Springboks squad, their fixtures, and how to catch the action live in South Africa.
Springboks Squad: A Shifting Lineup
The Springboks will be without the services of several players who played pivotal roles in their triumphant 2019 campaign.
Flyhalf Handre Pollard, centre Lukhanyo Am, lock Lood de Jager, and scrumhalf Herschel Jantjies are notably absent from the squad heading to France.
This presents both challenges and opportunities for the team.
With Handre Pollard’s absence, the responsibility at Flyhalf is likely to fall on the shoulders of Manie Libbok. The young talent will be tasked with orchestrating the team’s plays and ensuring a seamless transition from Pollard’s impactful presence.
The absence of Lukhanyo Am in the midfield will necessitate strategic shifts to maintain the team’s defensive strength and offensive prowess.
The Springboks will be focused on defending their title and showcasing their renowned resilience on the world stage.
Here is the full Springbok squad travelling to the 2023 Rugby World Cup:
Despite the setbacks, the Springboks have a formidable squad ready to make their mark.
Springboks RWC fixtures list and South Africa watch times
The Springboks’ journey in the 2023 Rugby World Cup will see them take on formidable opponents in a series of exhilarating matches.
Here are the key fixtures for South Africa:
- Sunday, 10 September 2023: Springboks vs. Scotland (Stade Velodrome, Marseille) – 17:45 CAT
- Sunday, 17 September 2023: Springboks vs. Romania (Stade de Bordeaux, Bordeaux) – 15:00 CAT
- Saturday, 23 September 2023: Springboks vs. Ireland (Stade de France, Paris) – 21:00 CAT
- Sunday, 1 October 2023: Springboks vs. Tonga (Stade Velodrome, Marseille) – 21:00 CAT
- Sunday, 15 October 2023: Springboks vs France – 21:00 CAT
- Saturday, 21 October 2023: Springboks vs England – 21:00 CAT
- Saturday, 28 October 2023: Final – TBC
