The Boks were in cruise control in the first half but then took their foot off the peddle as the bench failed to make an impact. 🏉 RSAvARG Springboks RugbyChampionship Here’s how The Citizen rated the Bok players. ⬇️
Eben Etzebeth was a tower of strength for the Boks against Argentina. Picture: Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Imageson Saturday at Ellis Park to finish in second place in the Rugby Championship.
The match, which served as part of the preparations for the Rugby World Cup in September, was the Boks’ last before three friendly matches ahead of the team leaving for France. The Boks were in cruise control in the first half but then took their foot off the peddle as the bench failed to make a big impact in the game.The fullback’s exit kicking in the early stages of the match was key when the Boks seemed a bit shell-shocked, while he threw a great pass for Eben Etzebeth’s try. He, however, made a few blunders, too, with his handling costing him at times.Was eager to put on an impressive display and was very involved in the game.
Los Pumas targeted him because of his small frame but he answered all the questions that were asked defensively, which is very encouraging as he will play a prominent role at the Rugby World Cup in France.As the game opened up he showed his qualities, including good passing skills and his ability to kick smartly. He directed matters well, with his line kicks and for poles key. He capped the match off with a try, his first for the Boks.
Malcolm Marx in action against Argentina at Emirates Airline Park. Picture: Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo ImagesHe proved that he can put an equally good display on from the start like he does from the bench. As ever he was world class; his lineout throws were excellent, he was good at the ruck and ran with the ball like he was part of the backline.Another good game from him; at the moment he’s operating at a world-class level, putting his name in the conversation of the best player in the world.
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