The air ahead of the second Test between the Springboks and the British & Irish Lions is thick with acrimony which is likely to be the prevailing atmosphere in which the clash will be played on Saturday.
Afterwards there will likely be scorn‚ condemnation and indignation but that is the battlefield to which rugby has become accustomed.
Bok captain Siya Kolisi has confirmed he felt disrespected by Berry last week. Thankfully‚ no crowds are allowed to attend these Tests. When Kolisi approaches on Saturday‚ O’Keefe is likely to be all ears. The Bok captain confirmed the off-the-field stuff has made it a taxing build-up but the team has taken a step-up in training‚ mindset and focus.
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