The Springboks’ upcoming Test match against Portugal has gained importance after three key players suffered injuries. Lock Franco Mostert, hooker Malcolm Marx, and flanker Pieter-Steph du Toit got hurt during South Africa’s loss to Ireland in Durban.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said Mostert broke his leg and will miss six weeks. Marx has a minor tibia fracture, while Du Toit’s injury wasn’t disclosed. Erasmus expects them to potentially miss the first Rugby Championship game against Australia on 1src August.
Fringe Players Eye Rugby Championship Spots
“Franco will be out for six weeks,” Erasmus confirmed. “Malcolm has a tibia fracture and is also out. Pieter-Steph will miss four to six weeks.”
The injuries open the door for fringe Springboks to claim Rugby Championship places against Portuga
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