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Springbok World Cup countdown: Some tough calls at halfback

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Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber will announce the final 33-man squad on Tuesday to do duty at the Rugby World Cup in France in September and October.

We take a look at the contenders in each position, and who are likely to be selected for the defence of the Webb Ellis Cup.

Today, it’s the turn of the halfbacks …

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