Rugby

Boks may need seven-week build-up before springing into combat

29 July 2020 - 08:00 By Liam del Carme
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Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber is following developments in New Zealand closely.
Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber is following developments in New Zealand closely.
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There is a reason pro rugby players have extended preseason training routines - the high attrition rate.

And the crippling injuries seen in Super Rugby Aotearoa are being monitored by the Bok brains trust​.

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