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Springboks seek improved execution against Namibia in African derby

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Springboks face Namibia, they seek to improve their performance after losing their first game against New Zealand.

Nagoya, Japan: Elton Jantjies does not believe South Africa need to change their approach for Saturday’s Rugby World Cup Pool B encounter with minnows Namibia in Toyota City, they simply need to execute their plans better instead.

The Springboks lost their opener 23-13 to New Zealand in Yokohama, a game in which they had the greater territory and possession, but not the precision to hurt the defending champions.

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