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Episode 113: Springboks on a High… But Could the Giant-Slayer Pumas Spoil the Party?

Episode 113: Springboks on a High… But Could the Giant-Slayer Pumas Spoil the Party?

Update: 2025-09-26
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The Springboks are still riding high after their record-breaking demolition of the All Blacks, but Durban might not be the victory parade everyone expects. Argentina has already beaten both New Zealand and Australia this season, and under Felipe Contepomi, the Pumas have grown sharper, smarter, and more dangerous.Harry and MW dig into why this clash carries more risk than it seems. Argentina’s versatile loose forwards, powerful front row, and tactical flexibility make them far more than just plucky underdogs. Contepomi’s Leinster-honed structures give them a blueprint to unsettle South Africa, while history shows the Pumas love playing the role of spoiler.Rassie Erasmus, meanwhile, is moving beyond his old “bomb squad” model, leaning into adaptability, versatility, and depth across the park. Will it be enough to withstand Argentina’s challenge, or could the giant slayers turn Durban into their stage?

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Episode 113: Springboks on a High… But Could the Giant-Slayer Pumas Spoil the Party?

Episode 113: Springboks on a High… But Could the Giant-Slayer Pumas Spoil the Party?

MW Welman and Harry Jones