England have been impressed by the Springboks' physicality in the World Cup ahead of their semi-final meeting this weekend.
England are preparing for a big physical battle with the Springboks this weekend. Picture: Steve Haag/Gallo Images
“We saw the game on Sunday evening and were in awe of the physicality that they brought,” Sinfield told reporters.The semi-final clash will be a re-run of the 2019 World Cup final in Japan, which South Africa dominated to win 32-12.England have changed their coaching staff with Steve Borthwick now in charge after Eddie Jones was sacked last December.
Many of the Springboks’ 2019 squad also remain, including emblematic captain Siya Kolisi, fleet-footed winger Cheslin Kolbe and experienced halfbacks Faf de Klerk and Handre Pollard.
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