Star hooker Malcolm Marx has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury during training, forcing him to miss the Rugby World Cup, dealing a significant blow to the Springboks. Bongi Mbonambi is expected to step in as the primary hooker for the team, but there are concerns due to the limited number of regular hooker options initially named in the squad, Sowetan Live reports.
Deon Fourie is available as extra cover, but the team may consider summoning Joseph Dweba, who was not part of the touring group but has prior experience with the Boks.
Flanker Marco van Staden has been prepared as a potential front-row option in the short term to address the shortage of hooker options.
The loss of Malcolm Marx is significant, given his physicality and consistent performance record, making him a key player for the Springboks, who have faced a series of injuries leading up to and during the Rugby World Cup.
Source: Sowetan Live
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