Springboks Unfazed by Scrum Clock Trials in Rugby Championship
Published by BBC Rugby Union, this article explores the potential impact of World Rugby’s new law trials on the Springboks’ renowned scrum prowess during the upcoming Rugby Championship.
Springboks assistant coach Daan Human remains unfazed by the introduction of a shot clock for scrums and lineouts. South Africa have developed a formidable reputation at the set-piece in recent years, but there were concerns that the law changes could nullify their effectiveness.
However, Human insists his pack is well-prepared for the challenge. > “For us, it’s not that tough to adapt because last week we got through 16 live scrums in 20 minutes – so we are more or less there for what we want to achieve,” he explained. The Boks’ scrum guru revealed they have been training intensively to ensure a smooth adaptation to the 30-second scrum setup requirement.
While the Wallabies have often found ways to mitigate the Springboks’ scrum dominance in recent encounters, Human acknowledged their opponents’ improved stability in the set-piece. Nevertheless, the Boks coach promised that his team is working on “a lot of new stuff” to maintain their edge in the scrums.
“The scrum is not something that is being worked out of the game and it’s just the one law that you can’t opt for a scrum from a free-kick that has changed,” Human reassured rugby union enthusiasts. He remains confident that the scrum will continue to play a pivotal role in the sport for years to come.
As the Rugby Championship approaches, the Springboks appear well-equipped to adapt to the new law trials and leverage their set-piece prowess to clinch the title. The team’s unwavering focus on scrum preparation and innovation suggests they are poised to overcome any challenges posed by the updated gameplay regulations.
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