Springbok lock Marvin Orie says he is enjoying the “healthy” competition in the squad for the lock position as he believes it’s making the team stronger.

The Boks arrived in London, UK on Sunday and began their preparations on. Monday for their upcoming Castle Lager Outgoing Tour clash at Twickenham on Saturday.

Orie admits he is relishing the chance to once again represent South Africa after he started in their convincing 63-21 win over Italy in Genoa last weekend.

“The competition within the squad at lock and in other positions is very good, and this makes the team stronger and increases the level of competition and performance from everyone involved. It’s definitely healthy for team,” said Orie.

“The mauls are one of the technical and dynamic areas of the game, so just like the scrums and breakdowns, we’ll look to improve in that area of the game.

“England are different to the other sides we have faced, and they will bring a different challenge.”

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