The Springboks face Wales in Cardiff on Saturday in the opening match of their end-of-year tour. Here's a look at three aspects of what promises to be an intriguing encounter.
Damian Willemse and Jesse Kriel have both been named to start as the Springboks opted for a new-look backline for the Test against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday.
Damian Willemse will start at fullback in one of three changes to the Western Province backline to face the Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday. (more…)
Damian Willemse is in talks to seal a loan move to Premiership champions Saracens should he miss out on the Springboks’ World Cup squad. DYLAN JACK reports. (more…)
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. (more…)
Damian Willemse should be expected to start his first Test when the Boks take on England at Twickenham this Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS. (more…)
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. (more…)
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus requested to have Damian Willemse play at fullback in Western Province’s Currie Cup match against Griquas on Saturday. (more…)
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. (more…)
Stormers flyhalf Damian Willemse has been included in a 35-man Junior Springbok training squad. (more…)