Sione Tuipulotu says Scotland must arrive at Murrayfield with a mindset to win – and to resist the psychological pressure that often accompanies a clash with the Springboks’ powerful forward-laden bench.
The Springboks have opted for a bold 7-1 split on the bench for this encounter, stacking seven forwards and just one back among the replacements.
It marks the first time South Africa has employed this tactic since the 2023 World Cup final against the All Blacks, a match where their forward firepower ultimately secured them the Webb Ellis Cup. “Many of the games against the Boks are lost even before the first whistle has been blown. We have to make sure that this will not be our fate.”
Scotland have countered with a 6-2 split on their bench, signalling their intent to meet fire with fire.
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