
Evans’ Perfect XV: No Carter, Bok surprise
Former All Blacks playmaker Nick Evans made a shock call in his Perfect XV, bypassing rugby icon Dan Carter at flyhalf and choosing a surprise Springbok in the No 2 jersey.
Former All Blacks playmaker Nick Evans made a shock call in his Perfect XV, bypassing rugby icon Dan Carter at flyhalf and choosing a surprise Springbok in the No 2 jersey.
A player very much ahead of his time, the versatile Schalk Brits stood out as an X-factor forward for the DHL Stormers.
Schalk Brits said the DHL Stormers have to dominate the physical battle and box clever on attack to beat the Bulls when the teams clash on Saturday.
Schalk Brits says Rassie Erasmus has ignited a resurgence in Springbok scrummaging prowess, with a focus on the reigning world champions winning penalties at the set-piece.
Former Springbok ‘Mr. Nice Guy’, Schalk Brits was all smiles and hugs while reuniting with his ex-teammates and Rassie Erasmus at training in France.
Schalk Brits says it was never part of Rassie Erasmus’ plan for the Springboks to win the 2019 World Cup, but rather lay the groundwork to challenge for the title four years later.
Defending world champions, the Springboks will be a major stumbling block in Ireland’s bid to lift the Webb Ellis Cup for the first time, according to Schalk Brits.
Former Springbok and Saracens hooker Schalk Brits is sent crashing to the turf in this collection of collisions between players and match officials from across the globe.
Deon Fourie is chest out and self-assured over his role as the backup hooker for the Springboks against the Wallabies in Sydney on Saturday.
Deon Fourie’s expected appearance against Australia in Sydney on Saturday will double as an audition for the role Schalk Brits played for the Springboks at the 2019 World Cup.