Whiteley: Argentina a balanced side
RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP SPOTLIGHT: The Springboks will face a test of character when they take on Argentina in Mendoza on Saturday
The Boks recorded a 34-21 win over Los Pumas in Durban in the opening round of this year’s Rugby Championship, scoring six tries in the process to gain an important bonus-point.
It was a game where both sides struggled to find their rhythm throughout the 80 minutes. However, Springboks assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and No.8 Warren Whiteley cautioned that the Pumas will be a very determined side at home and that the South Africans will have to improve on their performance at Kings Park.
“We know the Pumas are a passionate side who love playing in front of their own supporters, so we can expect a huge battle from them here on their home turf,” Stick told reporters in Buenos Aires on Tuesday.
Whiteley echoed Stick’s sentiments.
“They have a very physical back and explosive backs and I would describe them as a very balanced side.
“Although we won the contest in Durban, we all know we have to improve and play much better against a quality side on Saturday,” said Whiteley
The Boks will continue with their training in the Argentinean capital until Thursday, with the squad set to fly out to Mendoza on Friday where they will wrap up preparations for the big clash.
