# Rugby: Springbok Women performance coach Swys de Bruin praised his squad after they outplayed New Zealand’s Black Ferns at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town on Saturday to end their Rugby World Cup preparations on a positive note. De Bruin said the 41-24 victory, overturning a 34-26 defeat from last weekend, provided several positive outcomes for coaches and players alike. He said their Rugby World Cup preparation is now complete and they can focus on the opening match against Brazil in Northampton. The World Cup squad will be announced on 9 August.
Rugby: Athlone victory a big boost to Bok Women’s confidence