WATERSHED MOMENT: Evan has the ability to pass his Loftus examination
Springboks coach Duane Vermeulen discusses the depth of the South African rugby squad, specifically highlighting the performance of No. 8 Jasper Wiese. The article also notes the potential of Evan Roos to contribute to the team's long-term success.
Why it matters
Rugby is a major sport in South Africa, and squad selection and player development are central to the national team's competitive standing.
The Springboks have depth in most positions as the buildup to the World Cup in Australia next year gathers pace and as a double World Cup winner in that position points out, nowhere is the competition more intense than at his old position of No 8.
The article is a standard sports analysis focusing on team composition and player performance.
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