But it's the imposing pack of forwards that lay the foundation for a surprisingly complicated victory.
Faf de Klerk of South Africa celebrates after scoring a try during the Rugby World Cup 2019 Quarter Final match between Japan and South Africa at Tokyo Stadium on October 20, 2019 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Juan Jose Gasparini/Gallo Images)
Here’s how the Springboks fared in Tokyo.
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