South Africa have suffered a HUGE BLOW ahead of their summer tests against Ireland and Wales and indeed the Rugby Championship. The Springboks Damian Willemse is set to be out for four months after picking up a hand injury. See it below and some of the comments underneath ..
Damian Willemse sidelined for four months according to Netwerk24.
He damaged finger ligaments and is set to miss the July internationals and the Rugby Championship.
He is only set to return for the November Internationals. pic.twitter.com/CQTCPClac5
— Jared Wright (@jaredwright17) May 21, 2024
Damn, who will replace him at 15? Or is Willie still going to be around?
So the Boks need cover at 15? Tyrone Greene, Quan Horne and Fassi must be favourites for additional caps then. Is Gelant worth a shout? He’s been regaining form as of late, but his inconsistency at the start of the season might concern the management…
Big loss, but also an opportunity to test some of the other up-and-coming players.
Kurt-Lee to Fullback, win Quan Horn as back-up. Allows a possible spot for Edwill van der Merwe.
I’d say this is a good opportunity to get a youngster in to give him experience. Always great as a youngster to step into a winning side that’s on a high. It soothes the nerves and boosts the confidence immensely. Allowing him to showcase his talents fully and quickly.
Fassi is the obvious choice. His form has been excellent of late