Recent form from both senior fringe players and Junior Bok prospects has sparked debate about who slots in at inside centre for the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series. SA Rugby Mag's Hermanus looks at the contenders fans are rallying behind as Jesse Kriel's midfield partner — and why the race may be more open than the selectors are letting on.
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Fan verdict: Who lines up at 12 to partner Kriel against the All Blacks?
With Kriel seemingly locked in at 13, fans are debating which inside centre earns the 12 jersey for the All Blacks series — Hermanus surveys the contenders.
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