
Robbie Deans believes the Springboks’ record dismantling of the Barbarians in Cape Town makes them favourites to snap the All Blacks’ historic run in Auckland this year.
Speaking after his Baa Baas side were outclassed 54-7 in wet conditions at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday, Deans had high praise for Rassie Erasmus’ charges, and has “no doubt” that the world champions can conquer their old rivals in his homeland.
The Boks will face New Zealand twice in the Rugby Championship, with the first clash on 6 September at Eden Park, where the All Blacks haven’t lost in 50 Tests dating back to 1994. But Kiwi Deans sees no reason why South Africa can’t make history.
“No doubt, it’ll be on…
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Spunky Chick
Padkos – food for the journey [putt-koss] Food that you will pack and take on the road – some sandwiches, drinks, chips, fruit and biltong and you have your padkos!
Sleepwalker
Melktert – milk tart. One of South Africa’s most popular desserts consisting of a sweet pastry crust and a creamy milk filling, topped with cinnamon powder. Absolutely delicious!