South Africa vs. Argentina: Date, Time, Live Stream and 2014 TRC Round 1 Preview

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Published: August 16, 2014

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Heyneke Meyer will seek to see his South Africa side open the floodgates in South Africa's 2014 Rugby Championship opener against Argentina, as they need to take advantage of their home fixture against Argentina.

New Zealand's meeting with Australia in Sydney may garner most of the Week 1 attention but for the Springboks to stage any genuine bid to dethrone the All Blacks, a strong showing is needed against the Pumas.

Daniel Hourcade, meanwhile, is simply aiming to reverse the disappointments of previous years, his side still having yet to see their first Rugby Championship win, with viewing information and key player predictions discussed in more detail ahead.

 

Date: Saturday, August 16

Time: 4:05 p.m. BST/11:05 a.m. ET

Live Stream: Sky Go (UK, subscription required), SuperSport Stream (RSA)

TV Info: Sky Sports 2 (UK), SuperSport 1

 

Key Players To Watch

South Africa: Handre Pollard



A bright career with the Boks' youth divisions has swiftly paved the way to senior honours for fly-half Handre Pollard, whom Meyer has placed his faith in at No. 10 for Saturday's clash.

The playmaker might be young, but a starting spot ahead of Morne Steyn is no small feat, and Jon Cardinelli of the Financial Mail says he's every bit deserving of the place:



This year has been one of immense growth for the 20-year-old, showcasing his ability to not just be a weapon with his feet or as a running asset but as a combination of the two who can potentially reign in the position for a decade or more.

South Africa will be looking to use their outside backs in excess this weekend, fighting against Argentina's yearning for territory in the most direct fashion they know.

However, Pollard brings an air of unpredictability to the role, and while his duty as a c...
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