In anticipation of Sunday’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final against hosts France, South Africa grapples with a pivotal decision: will they implement the 7/1 bench strategy?
As the Rugby World Cup quarter-final between South Africa and hosts France approaches, a pivotal strategic decision looms for the Springboks: the potential deployment of a 7/1 bench strategy, News24 reports. This unconventional approach involves favoring seven forwards and a solitary back among the replacements, challenging the traditional 5-3 bench composition. The strategy has ignited passionate debates in the rugby community, with both advocates and critics presenting their arguments. The Springbok team selection for the crucial quarter-final match remains eagerly anticipated.
Source: News24
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