South Africa vs Scotland Preview & Prediction | 2023 Rugby World Cup Pool Stage
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THE FACTS
When is South Africa vs Scotland on and what time does it start? South Africa vs Scotland will take place on Sunday 10th September, 2023 – 16:45 (UK)
Where is South Africa vs Scotland taking place? South Africa vs Scotland will take place at Stade Vélodrome in Marseille, France
Where can I get tickets for South Africa vs Scotland? Click here for the latest ticket information for South Africa vs Scotland
What channel is South Africa vs Scotland on in the UK? South Africa vs Scotland will be televised live on ITV
Where can I stream South Africa vs Scotland in the UK? South Africa vs Scotland can be streamed live on ITVX
THE SQUADS
SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa: Damian Willemse, Kurt-Lee Arendse, Jesse Kriel, Damian de Allende, Cheslin Kolbe, Manie Libbok, Faf de Klerk; Jasper Wiese, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Siya Kolisi, Franco Mostert, Eben Etzebeth, Frans Malherbe, Malcolm Marx, Steven Kitshoff
Replacements: Bongi Mbonambi, Ox Nche, Trevor Nyakane, RG Snyman, Marco van Staden, Duane Vermeulen, Grant Williams, Willie le Roux
SCOTLAND
Scotland: Blair Kinghorn, Darcy Graham, Sione Tuipulotu, Huw Jones, Duhan van der Merwe, Finn Russell, Ben White; Jack Dempsey, Rory Darge, Jamie Ritchie, Grant Gilchrist, Richie Gray, Zander Fagerson, George Turner, Pierre Schoeman
Replacements: Dave Cherry, Jamie Bhatti, WP Nel, Scott Cummings, Matt Fagerson, Ali Price, Cameron Redpath, Ollie Smith
THE LOWDOWN
SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa will look to get the defence of their title underway with a strong performance as they face a potentially tricky game against Scotland in their opening game of the tournament. The Springboks have won their last four matches and have lost just one of their last eight so arrive in France on a good run of form and will be tough to beat.
SCOTLAND
Scotland have improved immeasurably under Gregor Townsend’s stewardship but they will need to go up another gear if they are to mix it with South Africa. The Scots will need to go toe-to-toe with a very physical side and while there will be plenty of heart, they look likely to fall short unless they can match that physicality.
THE PREDICTION
South Africa will begin the 2023 Rugby World Cup as one of the favourites as the reigning champions take on Scotland. The Scots will hold no fear here having produced some great displays in the last few years but they know they will need to produce some real quality if they are to stick with the Springboks. South Africa arrive on a good run of form and while the Scots can push them close, it would be a surprise if the holders did not get off the mark with a solid win.
BETTING TIP: South Africa to win
