Sport 4 November 2026, 06:30

Springboks expected to make strong Nations Championship start against depleted Italy

Rassie Erasmus has picked a formidable Springbok team for Saturday's Test against Italy, leaving the world champions with little excuse not to deliver a big victory.

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