Springboks' focus sharpened by Japan shock, says captain Du Preez

09 October 2015 - 16:26

By REUTERS

There may come a time when South Africa's humiliating Rugby World Cup loss to Japan is viewed as a blessing in disguise, even if the Springboks are not quite ready to admit that yet. The 34-32 defeat in their tournament opener shook the team to its core and left South Africa under immense pressure just to get out of Pool B.

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