Saffas Abroad: Bok giant into Cup semis
Andre Esterhuizen helped Harlequins secure a first-ever Champions Cup semi-final, while Jacques Nienaber’s Leinster dethroned the defending champions.
Andre Esterhuizen helped Harlequins secure a first-ever Champions Cup semi-final, while Jacques Nienaber’s Leinster dethroned the defending champions.
Andre Esterhuizen and Thomas du Toit both continued their excellent try-scoring form in the Champions Cup round of 16, while Siya Kolisi suffered an injury blow.
La Rochelle and Lyon warmed up for their Champions Cup playoffs against the Stormers and Bulls with wins, while Tyrone Green and Andre Esterhuizen inspired Harlequins to a thrilling Premiership victory.
Two-time Springbok world champion Faf de Klerk has been linked with several top European clubs, but it is believed that his salary expectations are too high.
Cheslin Kolbe made an immediate impact on his return from injury in Japan, where Damian de Allende scored a sensational try.
Springbok lock Franco Mostert inspired Honda Heat to a first win of the season as Japan’s League One took centre stage over the weekend.
Dillyn Leyds scored two tries as La Rochelle shot up the standings in France, while Bok pair Damian de Allende and Lood de Jager stayed unbeaten in Japan.
Cobus Reinach scored an incredible solo try to help Montpellier secure a major upset against Siya Kolisi’s Racing 92, while a Springbok battle took place in Japan.
Former Junior Springbok captain Jeremy Ward continued his superb season for Stade Francais as the nailbiting battle for the Top 14 took centre stage.
An action-packed weekend featured no fewer than 10 South African try-scorers in the Premiership and Top 14, with Juarno Augustus opening his account for Northampton Saints.