And we're off, Tales gets us under way!
Hello and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's coverage as France host South Africa this evening. Despite France's poor form in 2013 SA will no doubt see this as a potential stumbling block as they look to sure up a perfect European tour. Heyneke Meyer will be well aware that France are one of those sides that can throw form out the window and show up on any given day. That was made clear against the ABs a fortnight ago.
A key area of todays game will surely be the scrum. France have conceded the least and won the most penalties at the scrum this year and will undoubtedly apply the pressure through Forestier and Mas.
Meyer has stuck with a vastly experienced side with a combined 694 caps and a pack averaging 7kgs more than their French counterparts. Saint-André has selected a younger side with a total of 381 caps. but needless today the home side will use some of their natural flair to make up the lack of experience. Kick off to come. Stay tune for updates!
@Mauritz - Where are you? It's on Sky Sports in Europe
It should be on 201 dstv?
any idea what channel its on ?
So annoyed that du preez isn't playing 2moro, he's been playing sick
It's a well known fact that France when they show up can beat any team, but also when they decide not to show up , they are there for the taking
I'm sorry I can't shake the feeling of a rout provided by the boks:\ I know the odds are against it and France is "great" at home, but I just can't shake the feeling
Admin are you from south Africa or Ireland?
This will be our hardest game.. Playing France will be different than playing wales..