Planet Cup bid dashed for South Africa’s hooker Marx

South Africa’s Planet Cup title defense was dealt a important blow as hooker Malcolm Marx was ruled out of the remainder of the tournament due to a extended-term knee injury. Coach Jacques Nienaber has not named a replacement for Marx in the squad but, but believes there is sufficient cover at hooker with Bongi Mbonambi becoming the only remaining specialist quantity two. Even so, there is a possibility of a recall for flyhalf Handre Pollard or center Lukhanyo Am, who had been not initially deemed match sufficient for the Planet Cup squad but played a big part in the team’s 2019 triumph. Nienaber stated that they will assess their requires for the tournament and confirm the more player later in the week.

Marx, 1 of the top rated hookers in globe rugby, went down with a knee injury in the course of education. Scans revealed the extent of the injury, top to his exclusion from the matchday squad to face Romania. Nienaber expressed disappointment for Malcolm and wished him a speedy recovery. He also described that there is adequate cover at hooker with Bongi Mbonambi, Deon, and Marco in the squad.

As the group adjusts to the absence of Malcolm Marx, they are determined to continue their Planet Cup campaign with determination and come across a appropriate replacement. The loss of such a essential player is undoubtedly a setback, but the Springboks stay focused on their objective of defending their title.

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