The experienced No 9 has spoken about the tactic behind the box kick in the team.
Faf De Klerk is hoping to play a crucial role as the Boks look to defend their world title in France. Picture: Rowland/Getty Images’ game plan is box-kicking from the scrumhalf, a tactic that has often led to frustration for the fans, but it’s a strategy that has also proved very effective.
“We are trying not to do a box kick the whole time, but in saying that when we do box kick, it’s up to the nines to kick an accurate kick and our wingers to make sure they get in a contest. “So, executing the plan and everyone being on the same page is probably the most important thing for me,” said De Klerk.
Regardless of the strength of the team New Zealand will send out, the Boks will be looking to iron out a few issues picked up in the big win against Wales at the weekend.“It doesn’t matter what team they field, we want to make sure we get our stuff right before we go to the World Cup,” said De Klerk.
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