SA Rugby attributes slow ticket sales for the Springboks' opening Test against England to external factors, including the war in Iran, while captain Siya Kolisi emphasises the team's connection with fans.

Rugby fans spent the last few years raising serious concerns over the increasingly prohibitive cost of attending Springboks Tests in the country.

“We love running out before a full stadium," says Springbok captain.

SA Rugby attributes slow ticket sales for the Springboks' opening Test against England to external factors, including the war in Iran, while captain Siya Kolisi emphasises the…