Boks test entire squad amid dope fear

SOUTH AFRICA coach Peter de Villiers is investigating the whole Springbok squad amid fears they may have taken a supplement which led to positive drug tests for two of their players.

Bjorn Basson and Chiliboy Ralepelle tested positive for the banned stimulant methylhexaneamine.

Both were sent home from the Springboks’ tour and suspended following the positive test, which came after the clash with Ireland. De Villiers said: “We are busy sending stuff for testing. We have to look at what might have caused this and we don’t want to put the players at risk.

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