Kriel: Boks found Scots toughest
Jesse Kriel has made a surprising revelation about who the toughest team was for the Springboks to face in their World Cup title defence in 2023.
Jesse Kriel has made a surprising revelation about who the toughest team was for the Springboks to face in their World Cup title defence in 2023.
Jesse Kriel has opened up on the level of support he received from Lukhanyo Am to reach new heights in the No 13 jersey during the 2023 World Cup.
Double world champion Springboks Jesse Kriel and Faf de Klerk have both undergone surgery while playing in Japan, and face a spell on the sidelines.
The Springboks have sent messages of support to Dricus du Plessis as the South African fighter prepares to challenge the USA’s Sean Strickland for the UFC middleweight title.
A World Cup-winning Springbok quintet have been recognised among the standout performers over the last calendar year of international rugby.
In the aftermath of the Springboks’ win over France, Faf de Klerk, Jesse Kriel and Pieter-Steph du Toit shared their thoughts on the upcoming World Cup semi-final with England.
Jesse Kriel expects an arm wrestle for the No 13 jumper, while Manie Libbok focuses on his goal-kicking in the buildup to a World Cup quarter-final between the Boks and France.
Rassie Erasmus is confident that Jesse Kriel won’t get cited for his tackle on Scotland No 8 Jack Dempsey in the World Cup clash on Sunday.
1995 World Cup hero Japie Mulder says in-form Jesse Kriel should be considered the Springboks’ first-choice at outside centre after scoring a brace against Wales.
Heyneke Meyer says the Springboks’ style doesn’t always suit Jesse Kriel at outside centre, but is delighted with the experienced campaigner’s performance against Wales.