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Back-row bruisers Duane Vermeulen and Jasper Wiese have been outstanding ambassadors for SA rugby abroad with Ulster and Leicester Tigers, respectively.
Back-row bruisers Duane Vermeulen and Jasper Wiese have been outstanding ambassadors for SA rugby abroad with Ulster and Leicester Tigers, respectively.
Duane Vermeulen will captain a Springbok side featuring a mix of experienced campaigners and exciting fringe players in the Rugby Championship opener against the Wallabies in Pretoria on Saturday.
Whether chosen to start or play a supportive role, the Springboks need hard man Duane Vermeulen to defend the Webb Ellis Cup in France, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Duane Vermeulen has confirmed that 2023 will be his final season, while naming a surprise next move to help him stay in top shape for the World Cup.
Duane Vermeulen says he is ready to “fight tooth and nail” to be part of a special World Cup campaign with the Springboks after a successful stint at Ulster.
The Vodacom Bulls have won the battle to bring a former Stormers stalwart back in a massive boost to Jake White’s coaching staff.
Rassie Erasmus is reportedly considering installing Duane Vermeulen as the Springboks’ next defence coach.
Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen is reportedly set to rejoin the Vodacom Bulls with a view to playing in the Currie Cup and preparing for the Rugby World Cup.
Ulster Rugby is set to bid a fond farewell to Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen, as he departs the Vodacom United Rugby Championship club at the end of the season.
Known for his ability to resolve physical conflict, Springbok hard man Duane Vermeulen here has a difference of opinion with Ulster teammate Stewart Moore.