CJ Stander, who has quickly carved out a reputation for himself as one of Ireland’s fiercest forwards, is the only one of those three guarnteed a start.
The Springboks have released four squad members to the SA ‘A’ side for the first of their two matches match against the England Saxons in Bloemfontein.
Overseas-based players who get a Bok call-up are facing a problem. Do they go for the glory of representing their country, or is the Euro worth more in a career that’s always short-lived?
Standing on the sideline and cheering for your team is a special joy when you’re a surrogate supporter, happy to play your part in developing the game of rugby.
