Watch VideoSpringboks’ loose forward options: Who should start in loose trio against All Blacks?

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi will return to lead the side against the All Blacks, despite strong performances from young loose forwards during the Nations Championship. Photo: Backpagepix TheSpringbokscompleted the first leg of theNations Championshipunbeaten earlier this month, collecting a maximum of 15 points from the three Tests they played against England, Scotland and Wales. They lead New Zealand on points difference in the Southern Hemisphere standings.

The Boks now turn their attention to Argentina, whom they face this weekend in Buenos Aires. It will be their final preparation before the start of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry (RGR) against the All Blacks. In the coming days,Independent Mediawill break down the Boks’ recent exploits with a view to who should start the first Test against the All Blacks at Ellis Park on Saturday, August 22.

So far, we have looked at theoutside backs,centres, andhalf-backs. On Monday, it is the turn of the loose-forwards. Jasper Wiese|45 Tests |Played against:England, Wales |Player rating:8.5 out of 10