South Africa storm to one-sided win over Italy
South Africa turned on the second-half heat as they ran in a total of nine tries in a dominant win over Italy at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in Genoa.
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Strong second half sees Springboks to runaway victory over Italy
GENOA, Italy : South Africa turned on the second-half heat as they ran in a total of nine tries in a dominant 63-21 win over Italy in their test at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris on Saturday.
Springboks won't use Rassie drama as tonic for toppling Italy: 'We're playing for SA'
In stark contrast to how he bullishly handled the initial frenzy over Rassie Erasmus' Lions video last year, Springbok skipper Siya Kolisi remained straight-faced and diplomatic about the former's latest sanctioning by World Rugby.
Boks heavy favourites to floor Italy - bookies
Despite the Springboks' recent woes, and Italy's hot streak, local bookmakers still believe the world champions will easily win Saturday's Test in Genoa.
Italy name team to front Boks: 'It will be a very intense, physical match'
Italy coach Kieran Crowley has named his team to face the Springboks in Genoa on Saturday.
Italy beef up front row for physical clash with Boks
Buoyant Italy have two changes to their starting line-up for the autumn international series fixture against South Africa in Genoa on Saturday, with prop Pietro Ceccarelli and hooker Giacomo Nicotera coming into the front row.