Rassie: Willemse deserves a start

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks hope to learn a lot about Damian Willemse’s aptitude for Test rugby in Saturday’s high-pressure clash against England at Twickenham.

Opportunity at 15 beckons for Willemse

Damian Willemse should be expected to start his first Test when the Boks take on England at Twickenham this Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Rassie: Willemse isn’t being messed around

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says Damian Willemse will not be considered as an inside centre option in the lead-up to the 2019 World Cup, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Stellenbosch.

Erasmus asked for Willemse shift

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus requested to have Damian Willemse play at fullback in Western Province’s Currie Cup match against Griquas on Saturday.

Willemse: Slotting into Junior Boks ‘easy’

Stormers flyhalf Damian Willemse says he has had no problems fitting into the Junior Springboks squad, despite joining them late in their preparations for the World Rugby U20 Championship. DYLAN JACK reports.

Willemse to train with Junior Boks

Stormers flyhalf Damian Willemse has been included in a 35-man Junior Springbok training squad. 

Fleck: Willemse ready for Test rugby

Stormers coach Robbie Fleck believes that 19-year-old flyhalf Damian Willemse is ready to make the step up to Test rugby. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Stormers face big test

The Stormers’ flyhalf depth will be set for an early test if Damian Willemse fails to recover from a leg injury in time for Saturday’s crucial clash against the Crusaders, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Willemse to miss Crusaders clash

Stormers flyhalf Damian Willemse may miss his side’s Super Rugby clash against the Crusaders on Saturday with a calf injury.