The Springboks launched a sleek, new jersey design yesterday that would be worth 10 points if they were awarded for elegance.
The launch of the jersey was the culmination of months of hard work by scientists at the Asics Institute of Sport Science in Kobe, Japan, in collaboration with SA Rugby and the Springboks.
The Springboks will wear the new-look jersey for the first time during the series against France later this month and supporters will be able to get their hands on it from today.
The jersey represents a traditional look and feel with a modern touch.
The green chest and back area has a scattering of mini springboks spread across the surface for added detail and the gold collar adds a touch of class to round off a classic rugby jersey.
The match jerseys feature a tight fit with minimum underarm seams for maximum comfort as well as a traditional rugby collar with modern quick-release snap closure.
The body and neckline seams have reinforced taped constructions for optimum strength when it comes to how the jersey stretches and snaps back to its original position.
"The new jersey by Asics is at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and offers the team an added advantage by playing in their most technologically advanced jersey yet," said SA Rugby CEO Jurie Roux.
"It is a meticulously designed and engineered jersey to give the Springboks the blend of comfort and performance to give them the edge on the field."
Springbok prop Tendai "Beast" Mtawarira said: "The new jersey looks amazing and I can't wait to play in it."
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