How Springboks deal with 'aggressive defences'

11/14/2024 05:01 AM

SPOTLIGHT: The Springboks have an effective way to deal with really "aggressive defences".

It's called the kick-pass and its value was there for all to see in last Sunday's 32-15 win over Scotland at Murrayfield.

Makazole Mampimp scored two tries in the first half and both came from kick-passes - one from Handre Pollard and the other from Willie le Roux.

Ahead of Saturday's showdown against England at Twickenham Stadium, Springbok attack coach Tony Brown explained why it is such a key part of their game plan.

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World Rugby's directive to ban kick-chase blocking may also help the Boks in certain areas of the aerial battle.

However, Brown believes consistency around how referees deal with it still needs to be achieved.

"It's been two weeks where they've used the new rule and I think everyone is adapting to it or trying to adapt to it," said Brown.

"The guys that are finding it the hardest are referees and the touch judges around consistency.

"Hopefully, we get a consistent idea of how they are going to rule it, so we can adapt as coaches and players.

"I think it's going to make the game a lot more dynamic in that area.

"Teams can win the ball in the air or win it once it hits the ground. It becomes a dynamic attack for sure."

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