Bok coach heaps praise on match-winning star Damian Willemse
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber was full of praise for Damian Willemse's match-winning performance in the 32-29 success against Wales at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday evening.
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Relieved Boks vow to show improvement after Wales scare
PRETORIA : South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber bemoaned his side’s poor first half after they scraped a 32-29 victory against Wales with the last kick of the game at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, but praised their character in overturning an 18-3 halftime deficit.
Springbok depth continues to wow Wales: 'SA has a very rich and deep pool of players'
The Springboks might be missing an array of experienced world-class players but praise for their rich depth continues to pour in from the opposition camp.
Stop the big Bok forwards, you neutralise Elton Jantjies, says Dan Bigger
Wales captain and pivot Dan Biggar said the key to stopping a player of Elton Jantjies' skills was to cut the supply line at the source: the Springbok forwards.
Damian Willemse embraces being Boks' new Frans Steyn: 'I enjoy playing various positions'
If Damian Willemse feels burdened by being considered the Springboks' new Frans Steyn, he's definitely not showing it.
Wales team announcement Live as Wayne Pivac names side to face South Africa in first summer Test
Wayne Pivac will officially name his Wales team today to face South Africa in Saturday's first summer Test in Pretoria.
Springboks ready to hand Frans Steyn-baton to matured Willemse, but demand performance
Buckle up, Springbok fans.
Why the Springboks picked Wiese over Roos at No 8 for Wales opener: 'He's a project too'
Springbok management, unlike some toddlers, aren't going to dump a "long-term project" in Jasper Wiese in favour of the shiny new toy that is the irrepressible Evan Roos.