Nicky Smith is under no illusions about what's coming at Kings Park on Saturday — he's flagging that Wales intend to punch back rather than absorb, while young prop Ben Warren is being framed as someone actively relishing the step up in class. The piece explores the Welsh mindset heading into the Test, with the front-row battle shaping up as the symbolic flashpoint.
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Wales arrive at Kings Park ready to trade blows
Wales's props are talking a big game ahead of Kings Park — Smith promising a fight, Warren embracing the occasion. Worth a read for the Welsh perspective on how they plan to front up to the Boks.
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