Canan Moodie is raring to go in anticipation of Saturday’s Test against Argentina in Buenos Aires, the first of three Rugby World Cup warm-ups for the Springboks, and said they were keen to grab this last opportunity to make a statement for RWC selection with both hands.
He is expecting a gruelling battle at Estadio Velez Sarsfield, which some team members call ‘the cage’, and said they had to be ready for a brutal onslaught from the outset.
Moodie, who was named on the right wing said “I want to make the most of the opportunity to play. We all have a chance to fire shots for World Cup selection, and I’m excited about it.
“Cheslin (Kolbe) is leading well and Kurt-Lee (Arendse) and Makazole (Mapimpi) are playing well, and that brings out the best in me, so hopefully I can use my chance this week.”
Moodie said he is well aware of what to expect from the Pumas: “Cheslin and Kurt-Lee, who played against Argentina last week, have helped to prepare for me for what to expect, and so have the other senior players. We know it is going to be tough, but we have our plans, and we have to stick to it.”
