Springboks focus on key improvements ahead of Italy decider

IMPROVEMENT in certain areas of their game plan is what the Springboks are chasing today when they take on Italy in the second and final Test match in Gqeberha.

- LEIGHTON KOOPMAN

They’ve identified a few key aspects, like the breakdown and set piece, where they want to do better in the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium (5.10 pm start) as they look to seal the series.

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus made several changes for today’s clash and while it could cost the team some continuity, they want to see other players get some needed game time ahead of a jam-packed season.

“We always want to build strong squad depth, and I am happy for the guys who are getting an opportunity in this game,” Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick said yesterday.