In this week’s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup, assistant editor Ben Jaycock is joined by South African rugby journalist Avuyile Sawula to preview the headline fixture of the Nations Championship this weekend as England take on the world champion Springboks at Ellis Park.
We also discuss Rassie Erasmus’ team selection, the lack of tickets sold for the opener and the biggest tactical battles that could decide the match.
40,000 empty seats
- Have the fans been priced out?
- How does this affect the Nations Championship debut?
- Does only 20,000 in attendance change the atmosphere?
- What needs to change in organisation?
England upset
- A rare side without Maro Itoje
- Looking to bounce back after Six Nations disappointment
- Henry Pollock’s unpopularity with the Springboks
- Tackling one of Rugby’s hardest away trips
South Africa Mood
- Dealing with the English threat
- Won last three meetings against England
- Van Rensburg presence in opposite camp
- Pressure as favourites?
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