VOICED : Springboks focused on World Cup despite race row

The South African rugby team is aiming for World Cup success despite a challenging buildup with recent losses. The team is a mix of youth and experience, aiming to play a holistic brand of rugby. Off-field racial controversies have affected the team, but Coach Heineke Meyer emphasizes talent over race in his squad selection. The team hopes to move past these issues as they compete in a group with Scotland, Japan, Samoa, and the US, with strong prospects of advancing to the quarterfinals.

What challenges have the South African team faced leading up to the World Cup?

What is the significance of the combination of youth and experience in the team?

What impact did the court action regarding player diversity have on the team?

How does Coach Heineke Meyer justify the selection of non-white players in his squad?

What are the expectations for the South African team in their pool matches?