Five players to watch in the Rugby World Cup

AS THE Springbok Women gear up for the Women’s Rugby World Cup campaign in England, all eyes will be on a squad looking to make the knockout rounds for the very first time.

- JOHN GOLIATH

From experienced veterans to rising stars, this team has the potential to shake things up over the next month in England. Here are five standout players who could play a major role in South Africa’s journey -and who fans should definitely keep a close eye on.

Babalwa Latsha

The experienced tighthead prop is known as a powerful operator in the scrum, anchoring the Bok Women’s potent weapon in the front row. Latsha, who became the first woman from Africa to sign a professional rugby contract, is also an explosive ball-carrier who gets over the advantage line with powerful bursts. She also has a massive work rate for a front-row forward, as she hits a lot of tucks and makes big hits on defence.