# Rugby: Former England flyhalf Stuart Barnes says overcoming the Springboks in the 2027 World Cup will require a team led by a player as talented as New Zealand’s Ardie Savea or France’s Antoine Dupont. South Africa will be chasing an unprecedented third successive world title in Australia next year. Writing for the UK Sunday Times, Barnes believes the Boks’ organisation is their greatest strength heading towards the global showpiece. He lauded players like Kurt-Lee Arendse, Damian Willemse, and Cheslin Kolbe for their agility, while noting Damian de Allende’s consistency.
Rugby: A former England flyhalf believes it will take something special to beat the Boks in the World Cup