Springboks intensity too much for World XV at wet Newlands

The Springboks had an impressive first showing of the season as they proved too strong for a World XV at Newlands on Saturday. Willie le Roux scored a hat-trick, while Jean de Villiers made his return. The touring squad for the Rugby Championship has since been chosen. Led by Bakkies Botha and featuring a number of South African and Toulon players, the World XV couldn't keep up with the intensity that the Springboks side showed up front, and the quality interplay and finishing out wide. The hosts scored seven tries, with Damian De Allende and Le Roux impressing in the backs, for a 46-10 win.…