Boks will stick to own identity

BROWN: WON'T TEACH THEM TO PLAY LIKE ALL BLACKS

- Jacques van der Westhuyzen

The Springboks will continue to play Bok rugby, irrespective of the fact recently appointed attack coach Tony Brown is schooled in All Blacks rugby. The former flyhalf, who played most of his provincial rugby for the Highlanders, joined the Bok coaching team at the start of this season to take charge of the side's attacking play. Irishman Jerry Flannery also joined, as defence coach, following the departure of Jacques Nienaber to Leinster.

With Brown in charge of the attack, the Boks have shown more willingness to run the ball this season, but the Kiwi insists the Boks will continue to play Bok rugby, based on the players' strengths and skills.