Boks ‘need a running start to beat Pumas’
Flyhalf Elton Jantjies says first 20 minutes of Test will be crucial as it will not be easy against the Argentinians
Flyhalf Elton Jantjies says the first 20 minutes will be vital for the Springboks if they want to get their Rugby Championship campaign off to a winning start against Argentina on Saturday. The Springbok pivot warned that if the Pumas got off to a fast start at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, their confidence would grow in what was expected to be a tight contest. Jantjies’s boot, and his ability to keep the Springboks on the front foot, will be key against an Argentine side that will aim to unsettle the home side. "We are going to have to have a good start against Argentina. If they have a good start, they then build confidence through that. The first 20 minutes will be key for us," Jantjies said. The flyhalf was one of the stars when the Springboks cruised to a 3-0 series win over France in June and his form will have a major say in how SA fare in the Rugby Championship. "It is all about ourselves on Saturday, so whatever plan we have in place, we must execute that well. They bring som...
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