Boks chuffed to have Jantjies in camp: 'Lucky to have a guy of his standard as 4th choice flyhalf'
The Springbok brains trust has welcomed flyhalf Elton Jantjies back into the squad as they prepare for the Rugby Championship.
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Derick Hougaard remains 'critical' after lung collapse but doctors 'more positive'
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Grim prognosis on Frans Steyn's World Cup hopes: 'He can't even jog,' says Cheetahs coach
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Springboks embrace Elton 'insurance policy' at No 10: 'Great to fall back on a guy like him'
Not many international teams would be able to call upon a 47-Test, Super Rugby flyhalf of the past decade to alleviate an injury crisis in the No 10 jersey, which is why the Springbok setup is embracing Elton Jantjies' return.
Rassie remembers fielding Hougaard's 'tough' kick-offs as he 'prays' for former Bok's recovery
SA Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus provided an overdue and heartening reminder of Derick Hougaard's virtues as a former hot-shot flyhalf in the latter's darkest hour.