Ntuthuko Mchunu’s rise gives Springboks a welcome headache at loosehead

Despite an early injury against the Glasgow Warriors in his final home game, Ntuthuko Mchunu scored two tries to help the Stormers secure a crucial victory in the URC. Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus now faces a selection dilemma regarding his starting front row, particularly who will wear the No 1 jersey for the Nations Championship. Mchunu has demonstrated that he is ready for a starting role in the national team.