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South Africa vs Italy

Rugby Match
Springboks vs Azzurri
International Rugby | Upcoming Fixture
Match Preview Team Analysis
Expert Tip: This match will showcase contrasting rugby styles between South Africa's physical dominance and Italy's tactical approach.

Team Statistics

1World Rankings
South Africa: Ranked 2nd | Italy: Ranked 12th
Current World Rugby rankings as of latest update
2Head-to-Head
South Africa wins: 18 | Italy wins: 0
Historical match results between the two teams
3Recent Form
South Africa: WWLWW | Italy: LLWLL
Last five match performances (W=Win, L=Loss)
4Key Players
South Africa: Eben Etzebeth | Italy: Paolo Garbisi
Star players to watch in the upcoming match
5Playing Style
South Africa: Physical forwards | Italy: Creative backs
Contrasting team strategies and playing approaches
Analyst Note: South Africa's superior scrum and lineout performance could be decisive factors in this match.

Match Prediction

1Likely Winner
South Africa with 85% win probability
Based on current form and historical data
2Score Prediction
South Africa 32-15 Italy
Projected final score based on team analysis
3Key Battle
South Africa's scrum vs Italy's backline creativity
The tactical matchup that could decide the game

Match Details

1Date & Venue
November 19, 2023 at Stadio Olimpico, Rome
Scheduled match time and location
2Broadcast
Live on Sky Sports and SuperSport
Television coverage information
3Weather
Expected: 12°C, partly cloudy
Forecasted matchday conditions
4Referee
Match official: Wayne Barnes (England)
Appointed referee for the fixture
Watch Out: Italy's improving defense could make this closer than historical results suggest, especially playing at home.